Best Sociology Schools in Minnesota

Minnesota has 11 colleges offering Sociology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 222 recent graduates. Graduates in Minnesota earn $35,961 on average within two years — 14% above the national average of $31,633, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

Schools in MN

$35,961

MN Avg. Earnings

$31,633

National Avg.

593

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Sociology in Minnesota

Public Schools (7)

$36,557

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (4)

$35,067

avg. 2yr earnings

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

Sociology Schools in Minnesota, Ranked by Earnings

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN · Public

$35,518

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $30,804

Graduates: 101

Acceptance: 77.0%

Saint Cloud State University

Saint Cloud, MN · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 95.0%

Minnesota State University-Mankato

Mankato, MN · Public

$35,274

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $37,580

Graduates: 21

Acceptance: 91.3%

University of Minnesota-Duluth

Duluth, MN · Public

$36,134

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $36,453

Graduates: 19

Acceptance: 81.8%

Winona State University

Winona, MN · Public

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $37,437

Graduates: 17

Acceptance: 68.5%

Hamline University

Saint Paul, MN · Private

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $30,652

Graduates: 26

Acceptance: 89.8%

Minnesota State University Moorhead

Moorhead, MN · Public

$45,500

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,016

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 52.6%

Concordia College at Moorhead

Moorhead, MN · Private

$38,289

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 63.1%

Augsburg University

Minneapolis, MN · Private

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $26,162

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 76.5%

#10

Gustavus Adolphus College

Saint Peter, MN · Private

Southwest Minnesota State University

Marshall, MN · Public

$32,925

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 68.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Sociology in Minnesota?

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities ranks #1 for Sociology in Minnesota with median graduate earnings of $35,518 within two years of graduation. There are 11 schools offering Sociology programs in the state.

How much do Sociology graduates earn in Minnesota?

Sociology graduates in Minnesota earn an average of $35,961 within two years of graduation. This is 14% above the national average of $31,633 for this major.

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

Minnesota State University Moorhead is the most selective Sociology program in Minnesota with an acceptance rate of 52.6%. The average acceptance rate across Sociology programs in the state is 75.1%.

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

In Minnesota, private Sociology programs produce average earnings of $35,067 vs $36,557 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 7 public and 4 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Minnesota

Computer Engineering $69,422 Industrial Engineering $67,846 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $67,815 Computer Systems Analysis $67,481 Construction Management $66,548 Manufacturing Engineering $66,524 Chemical Engineering $66,094 Computer Science $65,784

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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.