Bachelor of Sociology at University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut

United States of America, Storrs

University Rank:#534

University of Connecticut offers the Bachelor of Sociology as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Storrs , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for sociology and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 28, 2027.

About Bachelor of Sociology

Course descriptions

Sociology is an analytic discipline concerned with understanding people as creators of, and participants in, society. The field is broadly concerned with the study of modern society and its social organizations, institutions, groups, and social roles. Sociologists study social influences on human behavior, such as sexuality, ethnic identity, and religious belief, and how individuals become members of families and communities. The field is also concerned with social problems, especially all forms of prejudice, discrimination, and inequality, and with poverty, crime, violence, and the threatened environment. Sociologists emphasize sources of social problems in the organization of society, public policies for their alleviation, and today's questions of social justice. Finally, they study how individuals, both alone and working in groups, can change the society in which they live. A major in sociology opens many doors for careers and is excellent background for advanced training in a variety of other fields.

At least 24 credits of SOCI courses at the 2000-level or above are required:

Three specific courses are required of all majors: SOCI 3201, 3211Q, 3251. (Note: Students must take SOCI 1001, 1251, 1501, or 1701 prior to taking SOCI 3201, 3211Q, and 3251.)

Passing SOCI 3201 satisfies the information literacy competency. The writing in the major requirement can be satisfied by passing any 2000 or 3000-level W course in Sociology.

Fifteen additional credits (usually five courses) must be taken from any 2000-level or above courses offered by the department. (Note: No more than three credits of SOCI 3990 can apply to the major).

A maximum of eleven 2000-level or above transfer credits in sociology may count toward the major with department approval.

A minor in Sociology is described in the Minors section.

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Disciplines

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Sociology at University of Connecticut

Entry Requirements

First-year applicants should be attending an approved high school program. Upon graduation, a minimum of 16 units, with 15 in college preparatory work, must be completed. The following college preparatory courses are required for all first-year applicants:

4 years of English
3 years of math (algebra I, algebra II, and geometry or their equivalents)
2 years of social studies (including 1 year of U.S. history)
2 years of a single foreign language (3 years strongly recommended)
2 years of laboratory science
3 years of electives
School of Nursing applicants: high school chemistry is required.
School of Engineering applicants: high school chemistry and physics are required.

In addition to completion of an approved high school program, selection is based on a comprehensive review of all the information provided on the application, both academic and personal.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Sociology at University of Connecticut

Application Fee 80

How to Apply for Bachelor of Sociology at University of Connecticut

International first-year applicants must complete either the Common Application or Apply Coalition with Scoir. There is no preference in application choice and only one application is required.

Submission of the $80 application fee (non-refundable) is available through the chosen application. Check or money order is also an acceptable form of payment and should be sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions directly with the applicant’s name (as seen on the application) and date of birth.

The personal essay is required and provides the applicant an opportunity to add a unique voice to the application as well as demonstrate writing ability. The personal essay is a component on the Common Application or the Coalition Application and should range between 250 – 650 words.

Two letters of recommendation are optional but can distinguish an applicant’s character and are preferred. Recommendation letters can be sent electronically, by fax, or by postal mail.

Your submitted high school transcript(s) should include your senior classes, class rank (if applicable), and latest grades earned. Postsecondary official transcript(s) from each institution attended are also required whether or not credit is desired or expected. Transcripts must be submitted to UConn directly from the secondary institution, either electronically or by mail in a sealed envelope.

All academic credentials not written in English must be accompanied by an official, certified English translation.

Bachelor of Sociology at University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut

United States of America, Storrs