Arizona State University (West Valley Campus)
Arizona State University (West Valley Campus)

Arizona State University (West Valley Campus)

4701 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306, United States Arizona, Glendale, USA Visit web page

Sociology, BS

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: Bachelor's degree : Sociology, BS ASSOCBS : Full time : 48 Month

Requirements

Academic requirements

First-year students must:

  • Have a 3.00 grade point average (GPA) (a "B" or better where "A"=4.00) from a secondary school. Some ASU programs may have higher admission or English proficiency requirements and may consider a minimum ACT or SAT score.
  • Must have three years of high school coursework. (If you are currently in high school, ASU needs to see 9–11 grade coursework. If you have completed high school, ASU needs to see 10–12 grade coursework.)
  • Must have and present a completed high school diploma or certificate.

Conditional admission

ASU may offer conditional undergraduate admission to international applicants to an on-campus program who meet the academic (aptitude) requirements but who are not proficient in English. This offer of conditional admission will give you time to improve your English proficiency before you start classes at ASU. Your conditional admission offer is good for up to three semesters, during which time you must meet one of these requirements to begin your ASU experience.

Competency requirements

International students who completed high school outside the U.S. are required to meet the following competency requirements:

  • Math: four years (algebra I, geometry, algebra II and one course requiring algebra II as a prerequisite).
  • Laboratory science: three years total (one year each from any of the following areas are accepted: biology, chemistry, earth science, integrated sciences and physics).

Provide evidence of English language proficiency (TOEFL 61)

Additional information

Program description

Sociology is the study of the organization and development of societies and the institutions within them.

The BS degree program in sociology helps students better understand the development, structure, interaction and collective behavior of organized groups. They explore the theories, practices and policies that underlie the issues of social change, inequality and diversity. Students are trained in the important research skills that are used to describe, interpret and evaluate evidence across diverse settings important in the economy.

This flexible program provides opportunities for students to work collaboratively with faculty on intellectual and policy issues and helps them develop the research skills necessary for the analysis of complex social issues.

The Bachelor of Science requires a quantitative methods course, and the BA requires a qualitative methods course.

This major is eligible for the Western Undergraduate Exchange program at the following location: West Valley campus. Students from Western states who select this major and campus may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition at a rate of 150% of Arizona resident tuition plus all applicable fees. 

Concurrent program options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Accelerated program options

This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as five years. It is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:

  • Communication Studies, MA
  • Global Management, MGM
  • Interdisciplinary Studies, MA
  • Social Justice and Human Rights, MA

Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program.

Global opportunities
Global experience 

Students are able to enhance their understanding of societal structure and human interaction through a global lens when studying abroad. Programs with unique cultural experiences can be found in many countries. Students can gain heightened cultural competency and improve their communication and critical thinking skills while exploring a new and exciting part of the globe.

Career opportunities

Graduates are prepared for employment in corporate or governmental organizations or to continue their studies in graduate programs in sociology, social science or professional schools. They are able to apply the sociological perspective to a wide variety of jobs in:

  • business and management
  • the criminal justice system
  • government
  • the health professions
  • the nonprofit sector
  • social services

The program provides graduates valuable preparation for careers in:

  • journalism
  • politics
  • public administration
  • public relations

Graduates with an advanced degree in sociology and who have the investigative skills and ability to work with diverse groups may become:

  • community activists
  • community developers
  • criminologists
  • demographers
  • gerontologists
  • organizational advocates
  • research analysts
  • statisticians
  • survey researchers
  • urban planners
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