Navigate and Interpret Society’s Nuances to Improve Quality of Life
Sociology is a transformational field of study that effectively merges skills and knowledge to help you make a "life" as well as a "living." Our program will help you develop strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills while preparing you for a rewarding career where you can make a lasting impact toward improving the quality of life for others .
Shape Your Program to Respond to Cultural Challenges
Our Sociology Programs offer a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree, both of which are available on campus and online, and include an addiction counseling track option and ten certificate opportunities. Our broad, flexible curriculum allows you to craft a program that provides the theoretical knowledge and applied experiences necessary to succeed in many industries or pursue advanced academic degrees. Many resources are available to maximize your academic experience:
- Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of culture, society and community
- Examine social problems through inquiry and evidenced-based techniques
- Study with faculty members who expose you to sociological knowledge you can apply in your future professional career
Undergraduate Programs (On Campus and Online)
- Bachelor of Science in Sociology
- Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
- Addictions Counseling track option within BS or BA degree
Graduate Programs (Online Only)
Minor in Sociology (On Campus and Online)
- Minor can be earned by passing any 21 credit hours of sociology courses
- Minor in Gender and Sexuality Studies
Certificates (On Campus and Online)
Add value to your degree by focusing on an area of study that intrigues you or aligns with your career goals. If sociology intrigues you but you are limited by the requirements of another primary degree program, these certificates allow you to deepen your knowledge without greatly impacting your graduation timeline.
All certificates are available on campus and online (FHSU Online)
- Building a Career in a Nonprofit Corporation
- Community Development
- Cultural Anthropology and Globalization
- Cultural Diversity Studies
- Grant Proposal Writing and Program Evaluation
- Latine/x Studies
- Life Stages and Transitions
- Sociology of Medicine and Aging
- Gender Studies
- Eight-Week University Grant Writing Certification Program