Sociology
Are you interested in human behavior and interaction? If so, a degree in sociology offers a variety of career opportunities in Social Work, State Government, Criminal Justice, Child Welfare, and Health Care, with an emphasis in human behavior and group interaction. Sociology covers a broad spectrum of human behavior and the influences of social, legal, or religious these behaviors
The course of study for sociology majors may include any or all of the following classes: Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Social Problems, Survey of Philosophy, Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Social Welfare, and Introduction to Marriage and Family. Sociology majors develop many skills that are applicable to a variety of careers. These skills include verbal and written communication, interpersonal communications, critical thinking, listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills.
Earn your degree
With a degree in Sociology you can experience a rewarding career in one of the following fields:
Service occupations
Management
Local governments
State Government
Federal Government
Non-profit organizations
Private sector
Teaching
Social research
Social work
Consulting – Education
Education - Administration
Social Work
Entry level Salary and Outlook
*Median annual wages of sociologists in May 2008 were $68,570. The middle 50 percent earned between $51,110 and $92,220. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $40,720, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $122,130. Median annual wages of sociologists in scientific research and development services were $72,170.
*Median annual wages of political scientists in May 2008 were $104,130. The middle 50 percent earned between $74,040 and $124,490. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $47,220, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $146,880.
*In March 2009, the Federal Government’s average salary was $100,824 for sociologists. Beginning salaries were higher in selected areas of the country where the prevailing local pay level was higher.
*Source: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos314.htm
Professional Organizations
American Sociological Association
International Sociological Association (ISA)
Association for Applied and Clinical Sociology
Association of Black Sociologists