Sociology
Sociology
*The Bachelor's degree major listed below is authorized for 100% online delivery.
Sociology is an illuminating and rewarding field of study that analyzes and explains important matters in your life, community, and the world around you. In A&M-Texarkana’s Bachelor of Science in Sociology program, you’ll explore the social forces that impact our lives from personal relationships to global systems. The field of Sociology will help you make sense of the world as you explore how people interact, communities evolve, and systems of power and inequality affect society individually and collectively.
Program Information
Degree Name: Bachelor of Science in Sociology
Degree Type: Undergraduate
Format: 100% online
Credit Hours: 120 SCH
Catalog: Program Requirements
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Why Get Your Sociology Degree from A&M-Texarkana?
Understand Society. Influence Change.
In A&M-Texarkana’s B.S. in Sociology, you’ll develop the critical thinking, communication, and research skills needed to understand the world around you and make a difference. Benefit from hands-on internships with local organizations and mentorship with faculty. Graduate prepared for careers in various fields like law, education, social work, public service, and more.
Program Highlights
Understand People, Communities, and the World
Explore topics that touch everyday life like love, family, identity, health, deviance, religion, and aging. You’ll also study societal concerns such as crime and punishment, poverty and wealth, education, healthcare, discrimination, and how communities operate. From a global perspective, you’ll examine major challenges like population trends, immigration, terrorism, human rights, and economic development.
Prepare for a World of Possibilities
The B.S. in Sociology degree provides a foundation for law, education, medicine, social work, human service, law enforcement, business, journalism, and political careers. If you’re passionate about advocacy, policy, or public service, study in sociology equips you with the critical thinking and research skills needed to create positive change in the world around you.
Learn by Doing
You won’t just learn theories behind human behaviors, you’ll put them into practice. Work closely with faculty through mentorship and earn impactful experience through internships, research projects, and the Senior Seminar course. Senior Seminar is a capstone experience, unifying and synthesizing the knowledge you’ll gain throughout your undergraduate work of exploring connections between people and society. In senior standing, you’ll review theories, methods, and substantive areas covered throughout the program, while also investigating various career opportunities available for sociologists.
Sociology FAQs
What will I learn in the Sociology program?
Learn to think critically about societal challenges and study how institutions, systems, and behaviors shape our world. You’ll also hone your research skills, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methods like surveys, interviews, and data analysis.
What careers can I pursue with a Sociology degree?
Sociology graduates can pursue careers in social work, public administration, education, market research, advocacy, and much more. You’ll also be well prepared for graduate school in fields such as law, public health, and social sciences.
The median annual wage for sociologists was $101,690 in May 2024. As of 2022-2023, employment for sociologists was projected to grow by 7%, faster than the average for all other occupations. (bls.gov)
How is Sociology relevant to other fields?
Sociology connects with areas like psychology, criminal justice, social work, economics, political science, and history, making it a very versatile and interdisciplinary degree for careers in education, law, healthcare, public policy, and business.
What kinds of hands-on experiences are available?
You’ll benefit from A&M-Texarkana's comprehensive, regional location through hands-on internship opportunities with local and regional organizations.
My time spent within the Sociology Department at A&M-Texarkana provided me with the support, access, and education I needed to become a well-rounded person, as well as a professional. A&M-Texarkana truly cares about their students, as is evident by the faculty and staff I connected with. The Sociology Department strives to engage their students with an enriching curriculum, fantastic professors, and opportunities not found elsewhere. During the time I spent earning my bachelor’s degree, I had the opportunity to publish work, travel and present projects, engage with our community, and build lifelong relationships. I learned how to apply sociological theory to real life, while combining my knowledge with professional, hands-on opportunities provided to me by A&M-Texarkana. I truly believe that my time within this department has given me the skills and knowledge necessary to develop my career and continue my education. Combined with the affordability, location, and unwavering support I received; I cannot recommend it enough to prospective students.