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Overview You’ll begin to understand the influence of social forces on human development and decision making, why societies can change in some ways while remaining the same in others, and the causes and effects of social power and inequality. Courses in the program examine everything from the influence of politics and the economy to socialization, class, family, and mass media. Students develop a foundation in both quantitative and qualitative research methods as well as classical and contemporary theories for investigating the social world. Students in the Sociology program from the West Chester University also have opportunities for real-world experience through participation in original research and data analysis, experiential learning, community engagement, internships, and study abroad. Because sociology uses an interdisciplinary approach, our program prepares students for work and further studies in areas such as education, public policy, social and human services, criminal justice and victim advocacy, urban affairs, community organizing, legal and health professions, social science research, and more.What Can I Do With This Degree?A sociology degree provides students with a strong liberal arts background, opening up a number of career possibilities. Graduates possess skills enabling them to conduct research and analyze data, communicate skillfully, think critically, and implement a global perspective. These traits help our graduates succeed in careers in fields such as: Social science research Nonprofit administration Finance Public service Program support Gerontology Management Education Sales and marketing Public healthSocial work I want to find another Bachelor Course

Have you ever wondered why people express emotions the way they do? Or what powers an angry mob? Then sociology is for you! The Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at the West Chester University focuses on the study of society, social life, social change, and human behavior.

Disciplines

Sociology

Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 80

Other Requirements

1Complete the application for admission.Pay a $45 non-refundable application fee online by credit card. If you are eligible to use an application fee waiver, please refer to the WCU Fee Waiver PolicySubmit an official high school transcript.Send official SAT or ACT scores - WCU will use the highest score/section on the SAT or the highest ACT composite score. The SAT/ACT requirement will be optional for students applying for the Fall 2021 semester.

Sociology

Sociology

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Sociology

West Chester University