Minnesota · Sociology and Anthropology

Best Sociology and Anthropology institutions in Minnesota, ranked by earnings

The Sociology and Anthropology program explores the complexities of human society and culture. This interdisciplinary field combines the study of social structures, cultural diversity, and universal human behaviors, making it ideal for…

Institutions
3
offering CIP 45.13
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
34
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$18,669
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
71%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Sociologists
$83,040
BLS OEWS 2024

3 institutions offering Sociology and Anthropology in Minnesota

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1St Olaf College
Northfield Private not-for-profit
1884%$18,124
2Carleton College
Northfield Private not-for-profit
1490%$18,669
3Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud Public
240%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Sociologists (SOC 19-3041).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+3.6%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~300
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$101,690
typically Master's degree

Top skills

SpeakingActive ListeningWritingActive LearningReading ComprehensionCritical Thinking

What Sociologists earn in Minnesota

Jobs in Minnesota
30
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$83,040
median $79,370
Best-paying metro

Related careers

Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary
$93,970 avg · 240 jobs
Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary
$94,300 avg · 80 jobs
Sociologists
$83,040 avg · 30 jobs
Anthropologists and Archeologists
$66,210

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Sociology and Anthropology programs in Minnesota.

How much do Sociologists earn in Minnesota?+

The average annual wage for Sociologists in Minnesota is $83,040 (median $79,370), across about 30 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Sociology and Anthropology program?+

The Sociology and Anthropology program explores the complexities of human society and culture. This interdisciplinary field combines the study of social structures, cultural diversity, and universal human behaviors, making it ideal for…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop speaking, active listening, writing, active learning, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Sociologists?+

The national job outlook is about +3.6% growth with around 300 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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