Sociology, B.S.
Sociology is the scientific study of human behavior, especially as it is influenced by social groups and culture. A distinctive feature of the program is the integration of theory and research utilizing significant computer applications.
The student electing sociology as a major must meet all requirements for the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.
| Requirement | Class Name | Hours |
| Freshman Year | 32 | |
| ENG 101 | English Composition | 3 |
| ENG 102 | English Composition | 3 |
| ENG 099 | Writing Proficiency Exam | 0 |
| BIB 110 | Introduction to the Old Testament | 3 |
| BIB 120 | Introduction to the New Testament | 3 |
| SOC 205 | Sociology: An Introduction to Global Context | 3 |
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| PHI 211 | Introduction to Logic | 3 |
| MAT 207 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| Science Credits | 7 | |
| Modern Language or Electives | 6 | |
| Physical Education | 1 | |
| Sophomore Year | 31 | |
| ENG 211 | World Masterpieces | 3 |
| ENG 212 | Survey of British Literature | 3 |
| or | ||
| ENG 213 | Survey of American Literature | 3 |
| HIS 101-102 | History of Western Civilization | 6 |
| or | ||
| HIS 103-104 | History of World Civilization I & II | 6 |
| or | ||
| HIS 211-212 | History of the United States | 6 |
| SOC 205 | Sociology: An Introduction in Global Context | 3 |
| or | ||
| PHI 211 | Introduction to Logic | 3 |
| Sociology Electives | 6 | |
| Modern Language or Electives | 6 | |
| Physical Education | 1 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Junior Year | 31 | |
| SOC 312 | Social Science Research Methods | 3 |
| SOC 315 | Personality, Culture, & Socialization | 3 |
| SOC 325 | Social Organization | 3 |
| SOC 342 | Social Theory & Critical Thinking | 3 |
| Fine Arts Credits | 3 | |
| Sociology Electives | 3 | |
| Minor Field Credits | 9 | |
| Physical Education Credit | 1 | |
| Electives Credits | 3 | |
| Senior Year | 33 | |
| SOC 450 | Seminar in Sociology | 3 |
| Sociology Electives | 6 | |
| Minor Field Credits | 9 | |
| Electives Credits | 15 |
