Immerse yourself in the study of people, culture and society
Learn about the key social factors that influence groups and organizations and develop skills in research and data analysis.
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B.S. in Sociology
Degree:
B.S.School:
School of Social and Behavioral SciencesLocation:
Dobbs Ferry, Bronx, Yorktown Heights & OnlineCredits:
120
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Sociology B.S. Curriculum
General Liberal Arts and Sciences
General Education Requirements
60 Credits
Major Concentration
Sociology
36 Credits
Open Electives
24 Credits
Total
120 Credits
Students who choose the major concentration in Sociology must complete:*
- SOCL 226 Computers Soc/Behv Sciences
- SOCL/ LAWS/ POLS/ PSYN 255 Managing Human Conflict I
- SOCL/ BHSC 249 Race, Culture & Ethnicity
- SOCL 348 Methodology Soc/Beh Sciences
- SOCL 370 Stats Socl/Behv Sciences
- SOCL 426 Classics Socl/Beh Sciences
and
five major elective courses in Sociology numbered 200 and above selected under advisement.
There is an 18-credit residency requirement in the major concentration of Sociology.
*SOCL 101 is a prerequisite for the major courses in Sociology and fulfills part of the General Education requirement.
Students may also participate in the CASAC-T Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Standardized 350-Hour Education and Training Program.
Academic Program Sequence Map
What is the first step in the admissions process?
Click on "Apply Now" on the Mercy homepage or call 1.877.MERCY.GO to apply for admission to Mercy College and arrange for an appointment with an Admissions Counselor. Bring your completed application form and copies of your high school and/or college transcripts with you at the time of your appointment.
How long does earning a degree take?
Full-time students can complete the 120-credit degree program in four years.
Are department faculty available for academic advising?
Yes, faculty are always ready to help students with questions about what courses to take, the sequencing of courses, and career opportunities, including internships and cooperative education.
How many credits can be transferred from another institution?
Up to 75 credits from a two-year institution. Up to 90 from a four-year institution. Up to 90 credits combined however the credits may not exceed 75 credits from any combination of two-year institutions as they apply to your chosen degree. In addition you may only transfer in two courses of upper-level business credit (six credits) to apply to the major / specialization.
Is Mercy College a nonsectarian institution?
Yes. Qualified applicants are admitted without regard to race, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age or physical disability.
Dorothy Cali Balancio
Professor
Chelsea Yi-Hsuan Kuo
Assistant Professor, Sociology
Sociology Overview
If you’re interested in the study of people, culture, and society, a career in sociology might be right for you. In this fascinating program, you’ll study:
- The basic structure of human society
- Transmission of culture and regulation of behavior
- Acquisition of the social self
- Deviance
- Stratification by class, race, ethnicity, sex, and age
- Urbanization
- Major social institutions
- Population dynamics
- Socio-cultural change
In addition to acquiring an in-depth understanding of the key social factors that affect groups and organizations, students will gain an understanding of basic research methods and develop critical reasoning skills.
Sociology FAQS
Up to 75 credits from a two-year institution. Up to 90 from a four-year institution. Up to 90 credits combined however the credits may not exceed 75 credits from any combination of two-year institutions as they apply to your chosen degree. In addition you may only transfer in two courses of upper-level business credit (six credits) to apply to the major / specialization.
Full-time students can complete the 120-credit degree program in four years.
Sociology Fast Facts
- Use basic research methods and develop critical reasoning skills
- CASAC-T Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Standardized 350-Hour Education and Training Program eligibility
Career Opportunities
This major will prepare you for jobs in the public and private sectors, including law enforcement, social services, business, urban centers, government and health centers. For those interested in the clinical sociology specialization, professional roles include: mediator, counselor, group facilitator, mitigation expert, and organization consultant. An undergraduate degree in sociology also prepares students for graduate study in a variety of fields such areas as urban planning, crime and delinquency, minorities and ethnic studies, family counseling, anthropology, alcohol and substance abuse, social psychology, social work, medical sociology, women's studies, demography and gerontology.
Program Outcomes
By the end of this program, students should be able to:
- Construct a coherent explanation of the major theoretical paradigms (conflict / structural functionalism / symbolic interactionism) and major concepts in sociology
- Identify and compare quantitative and/or qualitative methods, research design, and basic statistical tools during sociological research
- Explain how the study of social class, ethnicity, gender, age, race, and religion can facilitate cultural competencies and social and personal awareness
- Apply sociological principles, theories, and research to personal, cultural, and organizational situations
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