Program Overview

Program Overview

The Sociology program at North Seattle College offers an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA) degree, which prepares students for transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Sociology or a related field.

Program Details

• The program requires 90 units to complete, which can be finished in six quarters of full-time study.
• The curriculum includes courses in sociology, research methods, statistics, and electives in areas such as psychology, anthropology, and world languages.
• Students develop skills in analysis and research, multicultural awareness, computer and technical literacy, group communication and collaboration, interpersonal communication, institutional analysis, critical thinking, and reading and writing skills.

Estimated Length of Completion

• Full-time: 6 quarters
• Part-time: variable, depending on the number of units taken per quarter

Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List

The program provides a sample schedule and quarterly to-do list to help students stay on track and complete the degree requirements. The schedule includes courses such as Introduction to Sociology, English Composition I and II, Introduction to Statistics, and electives in areas such as psychology, anthropology, and world languages.

Career Opportunities

A Sociology pathway can lead to various career opportunities, including:

• Sociologist
• Market Analyst
• Behavioral Analyst
• Teacher
• Statistician
• Data Scientist
• Criminologist
• Probation Officer
• Social Service Manager
• Public Relations Specialist

Future Education Opportunities

Once students complete the AA-DTA degree, they can transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Sociology or a related field. North Seattle College has direct transfer agreements with institutions throughout Washington state, including the University of Washington, Washington State University, and Seattle University.

Additional Information

• The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in sociology and prepare them for transfer to a four-year institution.
• Students can learn more about the transfer process, transfer agreements, and Bachelor's degrees, including transferring to top universities around the state and nation.
• The program is part of the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Language area of study at North Seattle College.