Sociology

What is sociology?

Sociology teaches you how to live in a changing world and gives you the abilities to change it. Studying sociology helps you see the world through different perspectives to develop a global, multicultural understanding. Here, you gain the tools for contributing productively and living in a changing world.

Why sociology at OSU?

Sociology majors are competitive candidates in any career path involving creativity, critical thinking, analytical problem-solving, multicultural and global understanding, and verbal and written communication skills. You will develop strong critical-thinking skills, ethical judgment and the ability to work on diverse teams.

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Program Details

Department: Department of Sociology

College: Arts and Sciences

Available At: OSU Stillwater Campus, OSU Tulsa Campus

Degree Type

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (B.A.) / Bachelor of Science in Sociology (B.S.)

Major

Sociology (B.A.)

Sociology (B.S.)

Major Options

Anthropology

Applied Sociology

Criminology and Criminal Justice

Environment and Society

Pre-Law (BS)

Pre-Medical Science (BS)

Social Services

Minors

Anthropology (ANTH)

Criminology and Criminal Justice (CRCJ)

Sociology (SOC)

Social Justice (SOJU)

Career Paths

With a widely applicable set of skills, our sociology graduates enjoy successful careers in a variety of fields:

Advocate Youth Outreach
Census Researcher
Community Organizer
Dispatcher
Epidemiologist
Forensic Science
Government Worker

Investigator
Law Enforcement
Medical Sociologist
Probation Officer
Public Health Educator
Public Relations
Social Worker

3+3Law Degree Option

Complete sociology degree (four years) and law degree (three years) in just six years

Highlights

The Department of Sociology at OSU offers several degree emphasis options, including Anthropology and Applied Sociology. The latter is especially appealing for those seeking real-world employment experience.

Courses related to law, crime and social justice, including Criminology, Juvenile Delinquency, Advanced Forensics and Courts and Judicial Process
Social services-applicable courses, like Sociology of Health and Illness, American Marriage, Family and Male-Female Relationships, Social Psychology, and Race and Ethnic Relations
Other courses to expect for this major include Social Problems, Social Psychology, Sociology of Aging and Gender and Work

Sociology

What is sociology?

Why sociology at OSU?

Career Paths

3+3Law Degree Option

Highlights

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