Mission

The Sociology Program provides students with a rich learning experience that facilitates the acquisition of specific skills, knowledge, and attitudes, preparing them for public and private service occupations or for continuing advanced degrees in Sociology or related fields. The program will promote academic scholarship and a commitment to applying innovative solutions to promote the development of communities that serve diverse populations.

Student Learning Outcomes

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

1. Upon completion of the Sociology Program, students will be able to define and apply basic sociological concepts used in micro and macro sociological theory.
2. Upon completion of the Sociology Program, students will know how to conduct basic statistical analyses.
3. Students can employ methods that social and behavioral scientists use to investigate the human condition.
4. Students will be able to identify and evaluate social institutions and processes across cultures.

What can I do with a sociology degree?

A degree in Sociology is versatile and will prepare graduates for employment opportunities in all sectors of society: government, education, business and industry. Graduates find employment in public agencies at the federal, state and local levels, teaching, urban and community planning, state legislatures and Congress, non-profit organizations, law enforcement, and foreign service. Sociology is an excellent academic preparation for the study of law, social work, urban planning, medicine, and journalism.