Equipping students to navigate a complex world
Our curriculum is designed to give all students a core foundation in the discipline and genuine exposure to transformative educational experiences like undergraduate research, study abroad, internships, and community-based engaged learning.
Key Benefits of this Degree
- Choose your capstone experience prior to graduation. We offer several options such as an Independent Study, Internships, Student Research or a Special Topic.
- After completing your final senior seminar, you will leave with a project that allows you to showcase the knowledge and skills gained during your undergraduate education while preparing you for a career or graduate school.
- Customize your education by adding either an election administration certificate or a nonprofit management certificate to your degree. Both certificates are awarded only in conjunction with a Bachelor's degree.
- Consider a minor in Women and Gender Studies which can enrich your education experience.
- Network with others by joining one of our student organizations or experience the global and travel with our study abroad opportunities.
Explore Your Career Possibilities
$55k
Average Salary Reported by GCSU Alumni 5 Years After Graduation
Nearly 50%
of GCSU graduates from our department complete their degree with no student debt.
*University System of Georgia
$1.4 Mil
A bachelor’s degree can add $1.4 million to your lifetime earnings.
*University System of Georgia
Career Paths for Sociology Majors
ADDITIONAL CAREER INFORMATION
Learn more about careers available to sociology majors.