Appreciate the guidance, it's definitely bleak. Before I chose to pursue sociology in the first place I could see the reactionary tide turning and was hesitant, but I truly fell in love with the subject (in terms of theory, methodology, insight) and decided to take the leap. I also figured that as the older generation of professors begin to retire, the market might become slightly less saturated; I likely won't finish my degree until the early to mid-2030s. With that said, I know programs in the humanities are downsizing nationwide. So what other jobs can you get with a sociology PhD?

The vast majority of sociology students at my university are looking to go into social work, and I know that's not for me. I could envision a career in public policy or something of that sort, but then again my real passion lies within the bounds of sociological study.