Bachelor of Science in Sociology

Campus Locations Boston, Virtual
Also available 100% Online Yes
Other Format(s)
Credits Required for Graduation 160
Entry Terms Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter, Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter
Meets International Visa Requirements No

Overview

Enhance Your Understanding of What Drives Human Behavior


If you are interested in how organizational structures and social groups influence human behavior, then you may be an excellent candidate for the Bachelor of Science in Sociology program. Offered online, this comprehensive program examines concepts in anthropology, humanities, and social theory, while building your sociological research, qualitative, and quantitative skills. As a result, you will improve your ability to analyze and understand the impact that social institutions have on human behavior and identity.

While this program is excellent preparation for a sociology-related career, it is also provides a strong foundation for continuing on to law school or pursuing a graduate degree in social work.

If you wish to obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree rather than a Bachelor of Science degree, you will need to complete 12 quarter hours of an elementary modern language plus 12 quarter hours of an intermediate modern language.

Core Curriculum

College of Professional Studies degrees* integrate a core set of course requirements that ensure all of our graduates possess a well-rounded educational background and understanding of the world. The core courses allow students to gain insights into disciplines other than their field of study, as well as develop expertise in written and oral communication and critical thinking.

 


Written Communication (9 q.h.)

Complete the following three courses:

ENG 1004 College English 1 3 q.h.
ENG 1005 College English 2 3 q.h.
ENG 3006 College English Workshop 3 q.h.


Diversity (3 q.h.)

Complete one of the following courses:

CMN 2002 Intercultural Communication 3 q.h.
MGT 1503 Managing in a Diverse and Changing World* 3 q.h.
POL 2230 Civil Liberties 3 q.h.
SOC 1110 Diversity 3 q.h.
SOC 1635 Race and Ethnicity 3 q.h.
SOC 2440 Gender and Work Roles in Society 3 q.h.


Information Literacy (3 q.h.)

ITC Information Technology Elective 3 q.h.

Suggested courses:

 
ITC 1001 Intro to PC Productivity Tools 3 q.h.
ITC 1002 Technology and Information Fluency 3 q.h.
ITC 1120 Website Design 3 q.h.
ITC 1235 Internet Essentials 3 q.h.
ITC 1255 Human-Computer Interaction 3 q.h.

Mathematics (6 q.h.)

Complete a minimum of six quarter hours from the following courses:

MTH 1001 College Algebra 1 3 q.h.
MTH 2002 College Algebra 2 3 q.h.
MTH 2512 Finite Mathematics 3 q.h.
MTH 2101 Precalculus 3 q.h.
MTH 3005 Calculus 1 4 q.h.
MTH 3010 Calculus 2 4 q.h.
MTH 3015 Calculus 3 4 q.h.
ECN 2001 Statistics 1 3 q.h.
ECN 2002 Statistics 2 3 q.h.


Ethical & Political Perspectives (3 q.h.)

Complete one of the following courses:

LDR 3230 Ethical Decision Making 3 q.h.
PHL 1001 Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics 3 q.h.
PHL 2160 Bioethics 3 q.h.
PHL 2180 Business Ethics 3 q.h.


Science Perspectives (3 q.h.)

Choose one course with any one of the following prefixes: BIO, BTC, CHM, ESC, PHY

 

Suggested courses:

 
BIO 1010 Biology 1 3 q.h.
BIO 1825 Biology Today: An issues Approach 3 q.h.
CHM 1011 Chemical Principles 1 3 q.h.
CHM 2105 Chemistry and the Environment 3 q.h.
ESC 1525 Energy for Today and Tomorrow 3 q.h.
ESC 1121 Introduction to Meteorology and Weather Forecasting 3 q.h.
ESC 1123 Observational Astronomy 3 q.h.
PHY 2301 Physics 1 3 q.h.


Historical Perspectives (3 q.h.)

HST History Elective 3 q.h.

Suggested courses:

 
HST 1001 Civilization of the Ancient & Medieval Worlds 3 q.h.
HST 1002 Civilization of the Early Modern World 3 q.h.
HST 1003 Civilization of the Modern World 3 q.h.
HST 3213 Contemporary America 3 q.h.
HST 2205 Coming to America: The American Immigrant Experience
 3 q.h.

 

Total Core Curriculum: 30 q.h.


*Lowell Institute School degree requirements vary.
See curriculum pages for more information.

Curriculum

Core Curriculum (30 q.h.)

We require all bachelor's degree students to complete required core curriculum, allowing you to gain insight into disciplines other than your field of study.

Foundation Courses (42 q.h.)

Complete one of the following courses:

HST 1001
 		The Civilization of the Ancient & Medieval World 3 q.h.
HST 1002
 		The Civilization of the Early Modern World 3 q.h.
HST 1003 The Civilization of the Modern World 3 q.h.

Complete twenty-one credits of Humanities electives from the following prefixes:

ART, ASL, CMN, ENG, JRN, MUS, PHL, TCC, THE, or a modern foreign language 21 q.h.

Complete fifteen credits of Social Science electives from the following prefixes:

CJS, ECN, HST, POL, PSY 15 q.h.

Complete three credits of Math-Science electives from the following prefixes:

BIO, BTC, CHM, ESC, MTH, PHY   3 q.h.

Major Courses (51 q.h.)

Complete all of the following courses:

ECN 2001 Statistics 1    3 q.h.
ECN 2002 Statistics 2 3 q.h.
ANT 1010 Physical Anthropology 3 q.h.
ANT 1020 Cultural Anthropology: Kinship Societies 3 q.h.
ANT 1025 Cultural Anthropology: State Societies 3 q.h.
SOC 1001 Sociology 1 3 q.h.
SOC 2001 Sociology 2 3 q.h.
SOC 2301 Sociology 3 3 q.h.
SOC 3100 Social Theory 1 3 q.h.
SOC 3600 Social Theory 2 3 q.h.
SOC 4302 Social Theory 3 3 q.h.
SOC 3631 Research Methods: Generating and Investigating Research Problems 3 q.h.
SOC 4950 Senior Research Seminar/Project 3 q.h.

Complete twelve credits of Sociology-Anthropology electives:

ANT, SOC   12 q.h.

Non-Business Electives (9 q.h.)

Open Electives (28 q.h.)

 

Total Quarter Hours: 160



Bachelor of Arts Requirements: Students wishing to obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree rather than a Bachelor of Science degree will need to complete 12 quarter hours of an elementary modern language plus 12 quarter hours of an intermediate modern language.

Admissions Requirements

Below are the official Admissions Requirements for this program.

  • Online application
  • Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
    • Official high school degree
    • Official GED
    • Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
  • Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
    • Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
      • Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
      • Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
    • College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
    • Military evaluation
  • Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language: English language proficiency guidelines

For general admissions information and recommended admissions deadlines, Undergraduate Admissions.

All requirements must be received prior to review.

Tuition

Estimated total tuition for this program is $52,000.00.

Tuition for individual courses is based on the number of quarter hours. Most courses are 3-6 quarter hours. See Undergraduate Tuition Rates for details.

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Please note: The estimated total tuition is based on tuition rates for Academic Year 2011-12 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time.

Student Profile

Who Will Your Classmates Be?

This bachelor’s degree program is appropriate for students who enjoy the study of human behavior and society and wish to apply this knowledge in a professional setting. This program is also outstanding preparation for students who wish to continue on to graduate school.

An undergraduate degree in sociology provides a solid liberal arts base that is well suited for a variety of careers. Graduates are well positioned to pursue careers in federal agencies, child welfare, seminar and workshop consultation, business, and education.

While some entry-level sociologist and political scientist positions are available to bachelor-degree holders, many positions require graduate degrees. In all cases, applicants must possess strong quantitative and qualitative skills.

Careers to consider include:

  • Market analyst
  • Research assistant
  • Writer
  • Policy analyst
  • Case manager or case worker
  • Administrator
  • Youth worker
  • Adoption specialist

Career Outlook

Put Your Degree to Work

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for sociology-related careers is favorable, with demand expected to be greatest in the fields of education and research. Sociology majors are often good candidates for jobs in social service agencies, non-profit organizations, government agencies, hospitals, educational institutions, and correctional institutions.

Sociology professionals can also be found working in:

  • Market research
  • Advertising
  • Sales
  • Customer service
  • Human resources

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Upcoming Academic Term Dates
  • Spring Term
    April 9, 2012 (6- & 12-week classes)
    May 21, 2012 (6-week classes)
  • Summer Term
    July 2, 2012 (8-, 6-, and 4- week classes)
    July 30, 2012 (4-week classes) 

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