Sociology is a science that studies groups within various societies. The University of Nebraska at Kearney offers its students two options for earning a degree in Sociology—on-campus and online. Students who need to juggle schoolwork with other obligations and obstacles will find convenience in the Sociology department's innovative Online Degree Completion Program that allows students to complete a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology.
Earning a Sociology degree on campus lets students experience the excitement of campus life while also taking advantage of one-on-one interaction with top faculty. UNK offers both Bachelor of Science degrees and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Sociology, as well as a Sociology 7-12 Teaching Subject Endorsement. The hands-on learning opportunities are immense—research opportunities, internships, opportunities to study abroad, participation in Sociology Club, field trips, and much more. Even if your degree is not closely related, a minor or second major in Sociology will greatly expand your knowledge and make you more employable.
“The Sociology program provided me with the tools to serve my community in the manner I felt drawn to. It has unlocked in me a desire to understand my community fully.” “The best part about the UNK sociology department is how flexible it is. As a non-traditional student, flexibility was the only realistic way that I was able to complete my degree. I enjoyed various topics that I was able to explore in my sociology courses. It helped me define my career goals.”
The UNK Sociology department puts a great deal of effort and resources in getting its students out of a traditional lecture-style environment and into a hands-on learning environment. As a Sociology student, you'll find many opportunities to get involved in field and lab work, internships, and studying abroad.