Sociology

Examine stability and change in social life by studying the underlying patterns of social relations in formal organizations, in legal institutions, and in the family, economy, and political arena.

College
College of Liberal Arts (CLA)
Degree
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Program Type
Major
Minor
Subplans

Sub-Plans for BS: Organizations, Business, or Non-Profit; Health Care and Careers; Policy Analysis; Quantitative Emphasis

Theme
Cultural Studies & Humanities
Education, Human Services, & Social Sciences
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B.A.
B.S.
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