Sociology is a dynamic field of study that leads to fascinating employment opportunities in fields with high social importance. If you are interested in exploring the relationships among groups and between groups and individuals, wish to prepare for an exciting professional career, and have a general desire to make the world a better place then welcome to the Sociology Program at Fort Hays State University! Sociology courses are taught via the Internet, videotape, CD-ROM, Internet Protocol Television (IPTV), email and traditional correspondence methods.
As a student majoring in sociology, you have the opportunity to craft (with the aid of an individual advisor) a program of study to best suit your own interests and needs. Along with a set of core courses, you will select among many elective sociology and university courses to complete your degree. In addition, sociology majors complete a very popular internship requirement. Internships are tailored to help students sample potential careers, build resumes, learn new skills, hone current skills, and pave the way for subsequent employment.
Program Requirements Overview
| General Education Courses | 52 hours |
| Modern Language Courses | 10 hours |
| Cognate Course | 3 hours |
| Core Sociology Courses | 18 hours |
| Elective Sociology Courses | 15 hours |
| Electives | 26 hours |
| TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE | 124 hours |