Best Sociology Schools in Missouri

Missouri has 10 colleges offering Sociology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 286 recent graduates. Graduates in Missouri earn $28,559 on average within two years — 10% below the national average of $31,633. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

School choice matters significantly: University of Missouri-Columbia graduates earn $32,391 while Missouri Western State University graduates earn $21,508 — a $10,883 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in MO

$28,559

MO Avg. Earnings

$31,633

National Avg.

593

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Sociology in Missouri

Public Schools (7)

$30,499

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$26,264

avg. 2yr earnings

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

Sociology Schools in Missouri, Ranked by Earnings

University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia, MO · Public

$32,391

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,759

Graduates: 79

Acceptance: 77.0%

Truman State University

Kirksville, MO · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $27,538

Graduates: 23

Acceptance: 80.0%

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Kansas City, MO · Public

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,888

Graduates: 42

Acceptance: 75.0%

University of Central Missouri

Warrensburg, MO · Public

$29,685

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 68.6%

Drury University

Springfield, MO · Private

$26,264

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $25,814

Graduates: 34

Acceptance: 58.9%

Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies

Springfield, MO ·

$26,264

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $25,814

Graduates: 34

Acceptance: N/A

Missouri State University-Springfield

Springfield, MO · Public

$30,228

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $29,283

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 91.0%

Missouri Southern State University

Joplin, MO · Public

$26,739

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,024

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 97.4%

University of Missouri-St Louis

Saint Louis, MO · Public

$29,956

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $27,501

Graduates: 28

Acceptance: 57.2%

#10

Missouri Western State University

Saint Joseph, MO ·

$21,508

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Sociology in Missouri?

University of Missouri-Columbia ranks #1 for Sociology in Missouri with median graduate earnings of $32,391 within two years of graduation. There are 10 schools offering Sociology programs in the state.

How much do Sociology graduates earn in Missouri?

Sociology graduates in Missouri earn an average of $28,559 within two years of graduation. This is 10% below the national average of $31,633 for this major.

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

University of Missouri-St Louis is the most selective Sociology program in Missouri with an acceptance rate of 57.2%. The average acceptance rate across Sociology programs in the state is 75.6%.

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

In Missouri, private Sociology programs produce average earnings of $26,264 vs $30,499 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 7 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Missouri

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $71,527 Computer Engineering $71,505 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $65,800 Computer Science $65,538 Chemical Engineering $64,233 Construction Management $63,297 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods $61,065 Computer and Information Sciences, General $60,556

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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.