Sociology - Individually Designed

Appalachian State University's Sociology (BS) - Individually Designed degree provides an opportunity to develop a program of study utilizing sociology and its understanding of various human behaviors, social institutions and social problems. The Department of Sociology will work closely with you to develop a curriculum that applies sociological theory and helps develop critical thinking, research and communication skills.

Sociologists observe, describe, explain and predict human social behavior. With this degree's focus on a specific topic identified and approved in collaboration with sociology faculty, you will be prepared for a range of occupations working within a variety of private and public settings. This includes but is not limited to the criminal justice system, public research, public healthcare systems and entrepreneurial endeavors. This is beneficial in a field where sociologists often create written and oral reports for clients, negotiate contracts and work with a variety of people.

This concentration is also a strong preparation for graduate school where social science research skills are highly emphasized.

Students who complete this degree enter career fields specific to their individually designed curriculum, which is developed by the student in consultation with their advisor and undergraduate programs director and is approved the department faculty.

• Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
• Provide your official high school transcript(s)
• Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
• Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
• Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
• Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)