2022-2023 Academic Catalog 
    
    Apr 24, 2024  
2022-2023 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Sociology, B.A.


The Sociology curriculum provides students with an understanding of the guiding sociological principles that influence human relationships in a complex society. The sociology program emphasizes applied, career-related experiences and an understanding of the pressing social issues and concerns of modern society. The curriculum is further molded by a desire to foster social awareness and a strong sense of civic and community responsibility.

General Education Requirements


(39 credits)

Humanities


(5 courses)

  • Fine Arts elective
  • Literature or Foreign Language elective
  • Philosophy elective
  • Two Humanities electives

Social Science


(2 courses)

Natural Sciences and Quantitative Reasoning


(2 courses)

General Education Required for Major


(1 course)

Major Requirements


(39 credits)

Sociology Courses


(21 credits)

Electives


(0-6 credits)

Depending on the coursework chosen, students may need additional Sociology electives in order to meet the 39 credit minimum.

Sociological Tracks


(15 credits)

*Students choosing a track can use this in lieu of the 2 course requirement at the 100/200 levels and the 3 course requirement at the 300/400 levels.

Graduation Requirements


  • 128 credit hours minimum (last 30 hours in residency)
  • A minimum half the major credit hours in residency
  • A minimum half the minor credit hours in residency
  • ​60 credit hours must be completed at a 4-year institution