Program Overview

Sociology, B.A. to M.S. Accelerated Program

Overview

The accelerated bachelor's to master's program in sociology at Saint Louis University offers outstanding sociology majors the opportunity to begin a master's program in their senior year. This allows students to complete the M.S. in sociology with a full-time fifth year of graduate study after successful completion of both the first-year graduate requirements and undergraduate degree and major.

Requirements

• Students must earn a 2.00 GPA in the courses approved for completion of the major or minor.
• If a student's minor GPA drops below 2.00, the student will be placed on academic program probation within the department.
• A student may remain on academic probation for no more than two consecutive semesters, or for three semesters total, before being dismissed from the minor.
• The sociology major requires 30 credits of coursework.
• The master's degree requires a further 30 credits.
• By counting two graduate courses, or six credits, for both degrees, students earn the requisite 30 credits in only 12 to 14 months after receiving their bachelor's degree.

Continuation Standards

Students who pursue a major in sociology must meet the continuation standards set by the department. These standards include maintaining a 2.00 GPA in major and minor courses. Failure to meet these standards may result in academic probation or dismissal from the program.

Program Details

For additional information, see the catalog entries for the following SLU programs:

• Sociology, B.A.
• Sociology, M.S. These programs provide a comprehensive education in sociology, preparing students for a variety of careers or further graduate study. The accelerated program allows students to complete both degrees in a shorter timeframe, saving time and money.