Best Sociology Schools in Alabama

Alabama has 7 colleges offering Sociology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 84 recent graduates. Graduates in Alabama earn $26,730 on average within two years — 15% below the national average of $31,633. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

Schools in AL

$26,730

AL Avg. Earnings

$31,633

National Avg.

593

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Sociology in Alabama

Public Schools (5)

$28,048

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (2)

$20,140

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Alabama produce comparable or higher early earnings for Sociology graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Sociology Schools in Alabama, Ranked by Earnings

Spring Hill College

Mobile, AL · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 59.1%

Troy University

Troy, AL · Public

$25,658

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,867

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 92.6%

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham, AL · Public

$29,374

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $29,052

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 88.4%

Auburn University

Auburn, AL · Public

$36,560

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $32,601

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 50.5%

University of North Alabama

Florence, AL · Public

$23,456

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $20,499

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 96.5%

University of Montevallo

Montevallo, AL · Public

$25,194

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 53.9%

Tuskegee University

Tuskegee, AL · Private

$20,140

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 31.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Sociology in Alabama?

Spring Hill College ranks #1 for Sociology in Alabama with median graduate earnings of N/A within two years of graduation. There are 7 schools offering Sociology programs in the state.

How much do Sociology graduates earn in Alabama?

Sociology graduates in Alabama earn an average of $26,730 within two years of graduation. This is 15% below the national average of $31,633 for this major.

What is the hardest Sociology school to get into in Alabama?

Tuskegee University is the most selective Sociology program in Alabama with an acceptance rate of 31.4%. The average acceptance rate across Sociology programs in the state is 67.5%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Sociology in Alabama?

In Alabama, private Sociology programs produce average earnings of $20,140 vs $28,048 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 5 public and 2 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Alabama

Chemical Engineering $67,727 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $67,439 Computer Engineering $62,779 Industrial Engineering $60,359 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $58,359 Civil Engineering $56,631 Computer and Information Sciences, General $56,387 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management $49,644

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.