University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus
Denver | Anschutz
Sociology, BA
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Overview
Are you fascinated by human behavior and how we are influenced? Sociology is the study of group behavior and social influence, which means CU Denver’s online Bachelor of Arts in Sociology program is designed for individuals who want to understand more about the world and the various ways humans influence one another. Students who enroll in this program want to work in one of the many fields where sociologists can find meaningful employment.
Our online BA in Sociology is a program for undergraduate students who want to earn a valuable, high-quality degree in a field that is full of professional opportunities. We offer three optional certificates for our majors, including Families & Social Welfare, Criminology, and Sociology of Health and Medicine. The BA in Sociology program is designed for traditional undergraduate students as well as non-traditional, adult students. It is for students who are returning to coursework after a long break, transfers from other universities and community colleges, and high school graduates who want to complete their degree entirely online.
Although the BA in Sociology is entirely online, the program is taught by the same high-quality faculty as the on-campus program. Most of our courses are taught by full-time doctoral-level faculty, the majority of whom are actively engaged in social research. The expertise and experience of our sociology faculty have allowed our online students to complete faculty-supervised research and graduate with university honors, which is very uncommon for an online program.
A BA in Sociology will provide you with numerous professional opportunities and career options. You could work as a human
resource manager, urban planner, criminologist, policy analyst or social science researcher, among many other roles in corporations, education, government and nonprofit organizations. Many sociologists also work in higher education as researchers,
writers and professors.
Application Deadline
May 31, 2020
Credit Hours
120
Tuition Information
Cost per credit:
$330*
*To get this rate, students must elect College Opportunity Fund (COF)
Cost per credit:
$509*
*To get this rate, students must submit an Out-of-State online only application
Program Details
The BA in Sociology requires 120 credits, 34 of which come from required sociology courses. The remainder of the coursework comes from CU Denver requirements, including mathematics and writing competencies. Of the 34 sociology credits, at least 16 must be in upper-division, 3000 or 4000-level courses. In order to graduate with a BA, students must earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 in their sociology electives.
The BA in Sociology courses cover the basics of sociology as well as a number of focal areas. Students can choose to complete one of three specialized certificates, based on interest or career plans:
- Families & Social Welfare
- Criminology
- Sociology of Health & Medicine
Is this program right for you?
Students come to our sociology program with many different career goals. Some plan to be social workers, supporting vulnerable populations such as children, people with disabilities, older adults and victims of violence or abuse. Others plan on a career
in human resources, law enforcement or the business world. We educate graduates who are ready to pursue a career in public policy, business management, and other fields, or who plan on graduate study or professional school, such as law school.
Online programs are a newer, but completely valid, way to earn a traditional academic degree. Choosing an online program means you will need to prioritize your time effectively, as you won’t be meeting on campus in a traditional classroom
setting. Online college students need to be detail-oriented, organized and self-motivated to complete work on their own.
Tuition and Fees
Investing in your future is a big decision. However, becoming a fully online student at CU Denver is an affordable option with discounted tuition rates for non resident, fully online students. And of course, you will save money not having to drive to campus!
Tuition and fees are based largely on the class that you enroll in. Tuition amount assessed is determined based on which school/college is offering your class, as well as if it is an undergrad or graduate level, and finally your resident status. Visit our tuition and financial aid page.
Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify.
Timeline
The BA in Sociology program can be completed at the same pace as any traditional undergraduate degree or at your own pace. Students taking a full course load (at least 12 credit hours per semester) can expect to graduate in 4 years, or
8 semesters. For students who want to graduate as quickly as possible, Maymester and summer courses are also available. Students who transfer credits via the university’s flexible transfer system are able to finish earlier than those who start
with zero credits.
After graduation, you’ll be able to immediately go to work in sociology-related fields.
Admissions
Admission requirements and deadlines vary based on the program. In addition, you will have different requirements depending on if you are a first-time student, a transfer student or an international student.
Learn more about
the admissions process by filling out the form above or contacting an Enrollment Navigator today.
Career Outlook
What sort of career options exist for you after receiving your online bachelor’s degree in sociology? The opportunities are almost limitless. A degree in sociology can prepare you for a career in a number of industries, including business, human
resources, criminal justice and law enforcement, policy and government, social work and education.
Sociologists play an important role in our ability to understand the various forces that influence our society. This social science
requires a strong command of both empirical research processes and critical analysis, which can then be applied to countless career paths. For example, a sociologist working in the public sector might be a social worker or city planner, whereas a
sociologist working for a business could be a human resources director or market analyst. You could also help develop good public policy on the local, state and federal levels. Many sociologists also choose to remain in academia as professors, researchers and writers. Non-profit directors also often have a background in sociology.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for sociologists in the United States in 2017 was $79,650 per year, but many sociologists don’t
work with the job title of “sociologist.” Rather, they apply their transferable skills, research experience and sociology expertise to the field where they are employed. Often, sociologists go on to pursue additional education, adding a master’s degree or PhD to their credentials.
Sociology positions are expected to remain stable between 2016-2026. Sociologists can be found working in any field, but here are some standard career paths median salaries:
- Academia: $87,401
- Corporate Sales Manager: $56,332
- Public Policy Analyst: $56,224
- Social Worker: $44,351
Courses
The BA in Sociology program offers relevant, high-quality coursework that satisfies every requirement in preparing you for a career in sociology. Out of the 120 required credits for graduation, 34 come directly from the sociology program.
Sociology students study social problems, social systems, race, ethnicity, gender, social inequalities, institutions (e.g. family, law, health care), research methods and more. Because our students get the opportunity to participate in authentic,
original research as part of the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology program, graduates go into the field with everything they need to be successful.
Example Courses |
SOCY 1001 — Introduction to Sociology |
SOCY 2440 — Deviant Behavior |
SOCY 2462 — Introduction to Social Psychology |
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