Program Overview
Sociology Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Sociology requires a minimum of 120 credits, with at least 33 of those credits in sociology and other approved courses. The baccalaureate curriculum in sociology seeks to ensure that each student develops a solid foundation in the basic principles, theories, and techniques of analysis in sociology.
Program Description
The program encourages students to pursue an interdisciplinary approach by incorporating course credit from closely related subject areas in other programs. Since students majoring in sociology vary in their interests and career goals, the curriculum allows for a great deal of flexibility in developing individual courses of study.
Career Opportunities
An undergraduate degree is sufficient for many entry-level positions in non-profit organizations, business, and government. A bachelor's in sociology can prepare students for graduate or professional education in sociology, law, counseling, psychology, social work, medicine, education, college student personnel, higher education administration, planning, and other related fields.
Transferable Skills
Many transferable skills such as analytical, organizational, research, interpersonal, computer, leadership, teamwork, and oral/written communication are associated with the sociology degree. Internships, part-time jobs, summer jobs, and/or volunteer experiences are critical to reaching career goals.
Bachelor-Level Job Titles
- Community Health Worker
- Human Resources Specialist
- Loss Prevention Specialist
- Probation Officer or Correctional Treatment Specialist
- Research Assistant
- Sales Representative
- Social and Human Services Assistant
- Social Science Research Assistant
- Technical Writer
- Training and Development Specialist
Graduate and Professional Level Job Titles
- Counselor or Therapist
- Higher Education Administrator
- Researcher
- Social Worker
Professional Associations and Resources
- American Sociological Association
- International Sociological Association
- Society for the Study of Social Problems
Degree Requirements
The Sociology, Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree requires:
- A minimum of 120 credits
- At least 33 credits in sociology and other approved courses
- Completion of SOCY 101 and STAT 210
- Completion of SOCY 202 and SOCY 320
- Upper-level Sociology electives
Concentrations
No concentration is available for this program.
Yearly Plan
The program is designed to be completed in four years, with the following yearly plans:
Year 1: Explore
- Enroll in a student success course
- Map out a full degree course plan
- Meet with a writing consultant
- Schedule an appointment with an academic advisor
- Sharpen study skills in supplemental instruction sessions
- Complete SOCY 101 and STAT 210
Year 2: Experience
- Consider planning for an accelerated program
- Explore innovation and business
on-profit creation classes - Get familiar with the research process
- Schedule an appointment with an advisor to explore minors and plan REAL experience
- Complete SOCY 202 and SOCY 320
- Begin taking upper-level Sociology electives
Year 3: Experience
- See academic and career advisors to discuss graduation progress and career planning
- Take a virtual library tour
- Use LinkedIn Learning to enhance business, software, technology, and creative skills
- Take upper-level Sociology electives
- Discuss research projects with Sociology faculty for graduate school consideration
Year 4: Excel
- Choose REAL electives to diversify skillset and round out the degree
- Schedule an appointment with an academic advisor to ensure all graduation requirements will be met
- Complete SOCY 402 prior to taking SOCY 406
Additional Requirements
- Highest level of math required: STAT 210
- Science required: Natural Sciences requirement only
- Foreign language requirements: Yes
- Additional tuition/fees: No
- GPA requirements: 2.0+ cumulative GPA, 2.0+ major GPA