Bachelor of Sociology – Sociology of Health and Aging at Appalachian State University

International students can study the Sociology – Sociology of Health and Aging at Appalachian State University across its Boone and Hickory campuses in United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered across its Boone and Hickory campuses. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Sociology – Sociology of Health and Aging

The Sociology (BS) – Sociology of Health and Aging degree at Appalachian State University offers students the opportunity to explore how social, cultural and historical forces shape individual health access and experiences, the structure of health and medicine, the experiences of older people in our society and the opportunities and challenges they face, as well as inequalities in health and illness.

Graduates of this degree may find work opportunities in the growing aging and health service industries, health policy and advocacy organizations, or health promotion sales and marketing companies.

Disciplines

Social Sciences Human Services

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Sociology – Sociology of Health and Aging at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

A complete online application
A non-refundable application fee of $65 (USD)
Official high school/secondary school transcript
Official test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT* or ACT**)
- If school is in an English-speaking country, we must have SAT or ACT whereas schools in non-English-speaking countries do not need the SAT / ACT
- Applicants who do/did not attend school in an English-speaking country must provide a TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, SAT or ACT score
- Applicants who attend(ed) school in an English-speaking country must submit an SAT or ACT score

Official college transcripts
Additional information if requested, upon submission of your application, by the Office of Admissions (This may include submitting a Criminal Background Check and Conduct Review as required by the UNC System.)
All applicants claiming to be a resident of North Carolina must request a residency determination through the Residency Determination Service (RDS)

*SAT evidence-based reading and writing and math, without the writing.

**ACT composite, without writing.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 78

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Sociology – Sociology of Health and Aging

Aging Specialist
Community Relations Director
Consumer Advocate
Demographer
Family Guidance Clinic Worker
Family Services Specialist
Gerontologist
Independent Living Trainer
Long-term Care Administrator
Occupational Therapist
Population Specialist
Public Health Educator
Retirement Community Activities Director
Senior Center Director
Senior Center Activities Director
Social Worker
Veterans Affairs Specialist
Wellness/fitness Director in Retirement Communities

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Sociology – Sociology of Health and Aging at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Bachelor of Sociology – Sociology of Health and Aging at Appalachian State University

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)

Bachelor of Sociology – Sociology of Health and Aging at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone