Why Sociology?

Do you want to understand human behavior? Are you interested in using evidence to create a brighter future for all? Then sociology is the profession for you.

Here are just a few reasons from the Bureau of Labor Statistics why you should choose Sociology as your professional career:

• The profession of sociology is projected to grow 5% faster than the average career.
• According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, between now and 2032 about 3,000 openings for sociologists are projected each year, and 1,333,900 in fields that a sociology degree qualifies you for.
• The median income (The wage at which half of the social workers earned more than that amount, and half earned less.) for a sociologist is $98,590 per year or $47.40 per hour.

Citation: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/sociologists.htm