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Sociology is the study of the social life, social change, and the societal causes and consequences of human behavior. With a Sociology degree from UNK, you will learn technical and analytic skills, gain a global perspective, and explore the complexity of the causes and consequences of human behavior.
Sociologists study a broad array of topics including the intimate family, organized crime, politics, race, gender and social class. You'll be prepared to help make a positive difference in the world through investigative research and through identifying social trends.
Because of both the broad scope of study and the focus on critical thinking and interpersonal analysis, a Sociology degree prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities. This degree also pairs well as a second major, and provides a strong foundation for graduate study.
As an online Sociology student at UNK, you'll receive a quality and affordable education as well as the same degree as our on-campus students. Request Info Student Resources Online Curriculum
Credit Hours
General Studies requirement has been reduced to 30 credit hrs allowing more freedom and making it easier to transfer to UNK.
Degree Received
Sociology, BA BS
Minor Offered
Sociology minor available online and on-campus
Great Value
UNK is the most affordable Nebraska university and most students receive significant financial aid
UNK’s new general studies curriculum requires fewer hours, eases transferring, and gives students greater flexibility in earning their degree. This reduced the general studies credit requirement from 45 hours to 30 hours. The 4-year class schedule below is a sample timeline for progress toward a Sociology degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Consult with your academic advisor.
UNK’s new general studies curriculum requires fewer hours, eases transferring, and gives students greater flexibility in earning their degree. This reduced the general studies credit requirement from 45 hours to 30 hours. The 4-year class schedule below is a sample timeline for progress toward a Sociology degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Consult with your academic advisor.
A minor or second major is required to complete the degree program. The number of required electives needed to reach 120 total credit hours overall will depend upon the specific program chosen. Choose sociology elective courses from SOC 300-488, except for SOC 490 and no more than 3 credit hours from SOC 475.
30 General Studies credits are required in addition to the following:
"The sociology program has changed my perspective and made me a critical thinker, especially when it comes to trying to understand other people’s views, cultures and lifestyles." "The program has allowed me to open my eyes to the diversity of the people around me and has given me a desire to break down stereotypes in my own life and in society."
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