Is an Online Sociology Degree Right for You?
Develop an understanding of human behavior, social groups and society through scientific study with SNHU's online Sociology degree. In the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology degree program, you will gain an understanding of social phenomena, issues and challenges, and look at them from practical, historical, economic and political points of view.
SNHU's Bachelor of Arts in Sociology provides a foundation that can lead to careers in a number of fields, such as social services, law, education, business, community planning, urban development and more. If you are interested in a rewarding career that emphasizes public service, consider the sociology degree online from Southern New Hampshire University.
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Why the Online Sociology Degree at SNHU?
As a private, nonprofit, accredited university, SNHU focuses on ensuring you have the necessary skills to succeed. Whether you enroll in the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology online or at any of our five regional campuses, you will benefit from an SNHU education:
- Quality education at one of the most affordable tuition rates available.
- Choose how you want to learn: online, campus-based or a combination.
- Professors and instructors who are actively involved with their students' success.
- High-quality instruction from our Sociology faculty.
- Students in our online Sociology degree program have 24/7/365 access to class – attend when it is most convenient for you.
- High-achieving students are invited to join the Alpha Kappa Delta International Honor Society.
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Bachelor of Arts in Sociology Careers and Outcomes
In the BA in Sociology program, you will receive a solid liberal arts foundation that will provide a well-rounded education to support your study of sociology online. Our online format features small classes that enable our professional faculty to give you the personal attention you need.
With the online Sociology degree you will become well versed in major sociological concepts, human behavior and research methods. Develop critical-thinking and communications skills that are critical for communicating effectively in many formats.
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Employment Opportunities in Sociology
Graduates of the Southern New Hampshire University online sociology degree program often pursue graduate studies in social sciences. Graduates with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology find employment in a variety of industries, including business, criminal justice, education, counseling, research, government, policy analysis and more.
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Transfer of Credit
If you are a student who wants to transfer to SNHU or simply want to finish what you’ve started, we try to make transferring as easy as possible. We will accept up to 90 transferred academic credits and we automatically complete an official credit evaluation as part of the application review process.
Bachelors of Arts in Sociology
Online Curriculum
Learn how to make a positive impact in your community. Explore solutions for some of society's biggest problems. Discover how sociology taps into history, politics, literature and numerous other disciplines to explain why groups of people act the way they do.
Sociology is a 120-credit hour program. Courses are offered online and on location.
Required Core Courses
BA/BS Core (Required Courses may differ based on program)
School of Arts and Science Required Courses:
HIS 301 World History and Culture
PHL 230 Religions of the World
PSY 305 Cognitive Psychology
Courses are 3 credits unless otherwise noted.
ATH 111 Cultural Anthropology
GEO 200 World Geography
MAT 240 Applied Statistics
SCS 224 Research Methods
SCS 444 Capstone Colloquium
SOC 112 Introduction to Sociology
SOC 213 Sociology of Social Problems
Select four or five of the following (based on whether or not SOC 490 is taken once or twice):
SCS 300 The Human Condition
SOC 317 Sociology of the Family
SOC 318 Sustainable Communities
SOC 320 Sociology of Gender
SOC 324 Sociology of Crime & Violence
SOC 326 Sociology of Deviant Behavior
SOC 328 Sociology of Aging
SOC 330 Sociology of Minority Relations
SOC 333 Sport and Society
SOC 335 Technology and Society
SOC 350 G.R.E.E.D.
Choose one of the following:
SOC 291 Experiential Learning
SCS 490 Internship (6 credits)**
**A second Internship may be taken using Free Electives
SNHU's Online degree programs meet the needs of today's students while ensuring educational quality and real-world applicability. Contact us to learn more about the SNHU difference.