Compare 16 Sociology. programs in Georgia. Average earnings: $35,068.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Sociology tells a different story. Across 16 programs in Georgia, earnings range from $20,824 to $56,032—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Emory University's Sociology program leads with graduates earning $56,032, followed by University of Georgia at $44,855. The statewide average sits at $35,068, but the gap between top and bottom programs exceeds $35K—proof that evaluating individual programs beats relying on university prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Emory graduates borrow $18,250 and face just a 7.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making strong outcomes genuinely affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Emory UniversityPrivate | $56,032 | 48 | $18,250 | Excellent | $30,480 | Challenging |
| #2 | University Of GeorgiaPublic | $44,855 | 80 | $18,500 | Good | $20,855 | High |
| #3 | $40,546 | 82 | $23,833 | Challenging | $19,000 | High | |
| #4 | Georgia State UniversityPublic | $39,594 | 154 | $20,903 | Manageable | $14,837 | High |
| #5 | $38,820 | 54 | $26,000 | Challenging | $13,815 | High | |
| #6 | $34,970 | 37 | $23,250 | High | $16,000 | High | |
| #7 | Albany State UniversityPublic | $34,678 | 7 | $25,024 | High | $10,892 | High |
| #8 | $34,358 | 66 | $23,970 | High | $15,047 | High | |
| #9 | Augusta UniversityPublic | $34,222 | 27 | $20,500 | Challenging | $15,568 | High |
| #10 | $32,569 | 7 | $18,851 | High | $9,000 | High | |
| #11 | $32,284 | 34 | $17,750 | High | $12,100 | High | |
| #12 | Clayton State UniversityPublic | $31,133 | 19 | $25,706 | High | $12,973 | High |
| #13 | $30,738 | 27 | $28,000 | High | $15,692 | High | |
| #14 | Spelman CollegePrivate | $29,685 | 13 | $25,000 | High | $109,807 | High |
| #15 | Morehouse CollegePrivate | $25,774 | 34 | $25,000 | High | $87,329 | High |
| #16 | Paine CollegePrivate | $20,824 | 5 | — | — | — | — |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
