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    Dean College

    Bachelor in Sociology (Bachelor's)

    Franklin, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • No application fee

    About Bachelor in Sociology (Bachelor's)

    For Bachelor in Sociology (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $28,500 per year for full-time students..

    This programme prepares students for careers in social advocacy, public policy analysis, law enforcement, and research with nonprofits or academic institutions. Students study social inequality, criminology, technology's impact on society, and cultural dynamics. The curriculum emphasizes research methods and practical application through internships and capstone projects. A track in Social Justice is available for students focused on issues of race, gender, and systemic inequity.

    Focus areas include Social Justice, Social Inequality and Stratification, Criminology: Theories of Crime, Technology and Society, Visual Sociology, Social Movements and Collective Behavior.

    The programme requires 120 credits, including core sociology courses, a for-credit internship, a senior seminar, and a senior capstone research project. The Social Justice track is part of the major and includes specialized coursework within the 120-credit structure.

    Graduates enter roles in social advocacy organizations, public policy analysis, law enforcement, and research with universities, nonprofits, and private foundations.

    Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submission of official transcripts and a completed application form is required.

    The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 74% of applicants.

    About Dean College

    Dean College in Franklin, Massachusetts, blends a long collegiate tradition with a personal, career-focused approach to higher education. Established in 1865, Dean serves about 1,600 students and offers the intimacy of a small campus where faculty know students by name and mentoring is central to academic life. Its New England location sits within reach of Boston and regional industry hubs, providing access to internships and professional networks while preserving a close-knit campus community.

    Programs emphasize hands-on learning across arts, sciences and business, with flexible degree and certificate options tailored to individual goals. Practical experiences, including internships, performance opportunities and applied projects, are woven into curricula so graduates leave with tangible work samples and employer connections. Campus facilities include modern labs, rehearsal spaces and collaborative studios that support both creative practice and career preparation.

    International students receive specialized admissions guidance, orientation and academic advising to ease the transition and promote success. Student services support career placement, experiential learning and cultural integration through clubs, community engagement and study-away options. For students who value close mentorship, applied learning and clear pathways to internships and employment, Dean College offers a compact, student-centered environment that prepares graduates for meaningful careers and further study.

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