Department of Sociology

Downloads:

• Major Contract (PDF)
• Academic 4-Year Plan
• Sociology Major Courses 5 year Rotation Plan
• Senior Project
• Major Letter from American Sociological Association
• Parent Letter from American Sociological Association

Degree Programs

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

The Program

Sociology students find an active and supportive departmental culture that surrounds course work in sociological theory, methods and current social issues. Department faculty members have a strong commitment to social justice that shapes course offerings and content. Students prepare themselves for sociology-related careers as well as graduate studies. Service learning is integrated into the curriculum through the social problems course that includes volunteering with local community-based organizations.

The Sociology Student Association creates additional opportunities for students to connect with each other, faculty and local community organizations. Because of the breadth, adaptability and practical applications of Sociology, students with a BA in Sociology choose to work in many different sectors: non-profit, private business, social services, education, health services, public relations, criminal justice and government.

For information about coursework in the major, see the major contract linked on this page.

Preparation

In high school take math, writing and social science courses (history, psychology, sociology).