Best Sociology Schools in Massachusetts

Massachusetts has 26 colleges offering Sociology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 850 recent graduates. Graduates in Massachusetts earn $38,148 on average within two years — 21% above the national average of $31,638, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: Harvard University graduates earn $56,641 while Clark University graduates earn $24,369 — a $32,272 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in MA

$38,148

MA Avg. Earnings

$31,638

National Avg.

545

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Sociology in Massachusetts

Public Schools (9)

$33,592

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (17)

$40,560

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $6,968 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Sociology Schools in Massachusetts, Ranked by Earnings

Harvard University

Cambridge, MA · Private

$56,641

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $58,277

Graduates: 27

Acceptance: 3.5%

Tufts University

Medford, MA · Private

$55,693

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $33,199

Graduates: 23

Acceptance: 10.1%

Mount Holyoke College

South Hadley, MA · Private

$43,798

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 38.3%

Assumption University

Worcester, MA · Private

$43,426

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 86.5%

Boston College

Chestnut Hill, MA · Private

$43,426

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,212

Graduates: 54

Acceptance: 15.7%

Curry College

Milton, MA · Private

$42,682

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 92.0%

College of the Holy Cross

Worcester, MA · Private

$42,458

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $34,474

Graduates: 41

Acceptance: 21.1%

Boston University

Boston, MA · Private

$42,309

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $33,033

Graduates: 26

Acceptance: 10.8%

Suffolk University

Boston, MA · Private

$41,007

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $37,758

Graduates: 81

Acceptance: 84.7%

#10

Stonehill College

Easton, MA · Private

$40,461

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $30,895

Graduates: 16

Acceptance: 72.6%

#11

Brandeis University

Waltham, MA · Private

$38,289

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $42,477

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 35.3%

#12

Simmons University

Boston, MA · Private

$38,289

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,389

Graduates: 17

Acceptance: 66.0%

#13

University of Massachusetts-Boston

Boston, MA · Public

$37,568

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $36,019

Graduates: 92

Acceptance: 83.0%

#14

Salem State University

Salem, MA · Public

$36,149

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $36,767

Graduates: 27

Acceptance: 95.6%

#15

University of Massachusetts-Amherst

Amherst, MA · Public

$36,117

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $36,845

Graduates: 126

Acceptance: 57.8%

#16

Northeastern University

Boston, MA · Private

$35,954

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $25,380

Graduates: 24

Acceptance: 5.7%

#17

Smith College

Northampton, MA · Private

$35,416

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $22,673

Graduates: 29

Acceptance: 19.7%

#18

American International College

Springfield, MA · Private

Bridgewater State University

Bridgewater, MA · Public

$33,637

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $34,668

Graduates: 68

Acceptance: 89.2%

#20

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

North Dartmouth, MA · Public

Westfield State University

Westfield, MA · Public

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

North Adams, MA · Public

$31,828

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,798

Graduates: 42

Acceptance: 92.3%

#23

Wheaton College (Massachusetts)

Norton, MA · Private

Framingham State University

Framingham, MA · Public

$30,499

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $32,803

Graduates: 78

Acceptance: 84.9%

#25

Worcester State University

Worcester, MA · Public

$30,409

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,306

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 89.9%

#26

Clark University

Worcester, MA · Private

$24,369

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $29,803

Graduates: 25

Acceptance: 41.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Sociology in Massachusetts?

Harvard University ranks #1 for Sociology in Massachusetts with median graduate earnings of $56,641 within two years of graduation. There are 26 schools offering Sociology programs in the state.

How much do Sociology graduates earn in Massachusetts?

Sociology graduates in Massachusetts earn an average of $38,148 within two years of graduation. This is 21% above the national average of $31,638 for this major.

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

Harvard University is the most selective Sociology program in Massachusetts with an acceptance rate of 3.5%. The average acceptance rate across Sociology programs in the state is 59.1%.

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

In Massachusetts, private Sociology programs produce average earnings of $40,560 vs $33,592 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 9 public and 17 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Massachusetts

Computer Science $83,997 Computer Engineering $80,525 Applied Mathematics $79,258 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $77,562 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $77,412 Engineering, Other $76,362 Industrial Engineering $70,780 Chemical Engineering $70,218

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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.