College of Arts, Design & Communication
Sociology
How societies, institutions, and groups shape human life.
About this program
A sociology degree examining institutions, inequality, and group behavior, with a required social-research-methods sequence.
What you will be able to do
- Design and conduct a social-research study
- Analyze survey and interview data
- Apply sociological theory to contemporary social issues
- Present original research in a senior seminar
Courses you will take
A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| SOC 1000 | Introduction to Sociology |
| SOC 3100 | Social Research Methods |
| SOC 3300 | Social Stratification |
| SOC 4900 | Senior Seminar in Sociology |
| General education & support courses | Title |
|---|---|
| MATH 1600 | Introductory Statistics |
| POLS 1000 | American Government |
Where graduates go
- Case Manager
- Community Outreach Coordinator
- Human Resources Assistant
- Research Assistant
Median starting salary for recent graduates: $43,600. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 79%.
DegreeB.S.
Credits120
Typical length4 years
CollegeArts, Design & Communication
Median starting salary$43,600
Placement79%
Take the next step.
Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.