Sociology

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

In obtaining a Bachelors of Arts degree in Sociology you will be exposed to the study of group life and its consequences. As a social science, it combines scientific and humanistic perspectives in the study of urban and rural life, family patterns and relationships, social class, technology and communications, health care and illness, community responses to disasters, social movements, and contemporary social problems. 

What can I do with a Bachelors of Arts degree? 

The undergraduate degree in sociology prepares individuals to be competitive in a wide variety of occupations, including those in business, the public sector, and the helping professions. Because students learn how to systematically collect and manage data, they are sought by employers interested in those skills. Employers are also impressed with the sociological understanding of group dynamics that comes from the discipline. Not only is the sociology degree excellent preparation for graduate work in the social sciences and applied fields, but it also combines the classic liberal arts education with practical skills.

Bachelor of Science in Applied Sociology

The core of the Bachelor of Science in Applied Sociology major is the Internship Program, which has a prestigious reputation within the business and educational communities of central Texas. Our site supervisors tell us we have the most thorough, well-planned and successful internship program in the area. In addition to an innovative classroom experience, the program provides the opportunity to complete internship hours at an array of professional organizations in San Marcos, Austin, New Braunfels, San Antonio, and surrounding areas. Applied Sociology students are not limited to central Texas, it is also possible to complete an internship in other cities within Texas, the nation, or even internationally with coordinator approval.

What can I do with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Sociology?

The internship program gives the students an opportunity to create a professional portfolio of work performed, facilitate professional presentations, participate in a mock job interview, and ultimately sharpen their professional skills while completing a special project for their site. We take pride in our program's ability to help our majors make the transition from the classroom to the work world. Applied Sociology students complete their internship semester in a wide variety of professional fields including, but not limited to, grant writing, politics, government, non-profit administration, human resources, event promotions, public relations, management, social research, or public administration. Interns can also be seen in social services, social media, and social justice initiatives. Our interns gain the professional skills necessary to be competitive in an ever-evolving job market.