Sociology

The sociology major is designed to give students an opportunity to develop a broad understanding of the field of sociology, and also to enable them to design their coursework according to their personal academic and career interests.

Additional information about the requirements may be found in the Academic Programs Catalog on the Office of the Registrar website.

Resources

Download a sample 4 year plan and the advising checklist to assist you with planning your education.

Given the breadth, adaptability, and utility of Sociology, employment opportunities abound for graduates. You can secure entry level positions in many of the areas previously mentioned in defining the scope of sociology. The following is just a list of examples—many other paths may be open to you. Employment sectors include:

• social services—in rehabilitation, case management, group work with youth or the elderly, recreation, or administration
• community work—in fund-raising for social service organizations, nonprofits, child-care or community development agencies, or environmental groups
• corrections—in probation, parole, or other criminal justice work
  business—in advertising, marketing and consumer research, insurance, real estate, personnel work, training, or sales
• college settings—in admissions, alumni relations, or placement offices
  health services—in family planning, substance abuse, rehabilitation counseling, health planning, hospital admissions, and insurance companies
  publishing, journalism, and public relations—in writing, research, and editing
• government services—in federal, state, and local government jobs in such areas as transportation, housing, agriculture, and labor
• teaching—in elementary and secondary schools, in conjunction with appropriate teacher certification, as well as in higher education such as colleges and universities (with a terminal degree).