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Best Sociology Schools in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has 3 colleges offering Sociology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 98 recent graduates. Graduates in Rhode Island earn $36,623 on average within two years — 16% above the national average of $31,633, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

3
Schools in RI
$36,623
RI Avg. Earnings
$31,633
National Avg.
593
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Sociology in Rhode Island

Public Schools (2)
$34,702
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$40,467
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $5,765 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Sociology Schools in Rhode Island, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Providence College logo

Providence College

Providence, RI · Private

$40,467
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $39,894
Graduates: 23
Acceptance: 48.7%
#2
Rhode Island College logo

Rhode Island College

Providence, RI · Public

$32,658
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $30,631
Graduates: 58
Acceptance: 81.1%
#3
University of Rhode Island logo

University of Rhode Island

Kingston, RI · Public

$36,745
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $29,987
Graduates: 17
Acceptance: 77.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Sociology in Rhode Island?
Providence College ranks #1 for Sociology in Rhode Island with median graduate earnings of $40,467 within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering Sociology programs in the state.
How much do Sociology graduates earn in Rhode Island?
Sociology graduates in Rhode Island earn an average of $36,623 within two years of graduation. This is 16% above the national average of $31,633 for this major.
What is the hardest Sociology school to get into in Rhode Island?
Providence College is the most selective Sociology program in Rhode Island with an acceptance rate of 48.7%. The average acceptance rate across Sociology programs in the state is 69.0%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Sociology in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, private Sociology programs produce average earnings of $40,467 vs $34,702 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Rhode Island

Computer Science $110,969 Applied Mathematics $75,756 Computer and Information Sciences, General $65,103 Computer Engineering $63,493 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $61,814 Civil Engineering $61,508 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians $57,769 Finance and Financial Management Services $55,607
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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.