B.A. in Sociology

For B.A. in Sociology, the tuition fee is 49,466 USD per year.

This program analyzes the relationships and institutions that shape our world, enabling students to engage with social issues and drive change. Students learn to connect personal experiences with social structures, culture, and history to question inequality and power. The curriculum emphasizes applying social theory and research design, using the local community as a living classroom for original research, internships, and service learning projects.

Focus areas include B.A. Sociology with a Concentration in Crime, Violence, and Justice, B.A. Sociology with a Concentration in Social Services, Policy and Advocacy.

The program requires 120 total credits, with 36 credits dedicated to the major, including coursework in social theory, research design, and electives.

Graduates are prepared for careers in law, public administration, advocacy, public health, social work, business, consulting, or pursue advanced degrees in related fields.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time study typically takes four years, with part-time study also available. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 64% of applicants.

Drake University places students in Des Moines, a city with connections to the arts, business, politics, and food. The campus offers an open environment for students who want to begin with a clear academic interest or take time to discover a direction. Hands-on experiences, leadership opportunities, and support designed to help students gain their footing are part of the Drake experience.

Academic options span more than 150 programs across seven colleges and schools. Faculty help students connect classroom learning with research, internships, and other practical experiences. Personalized mentorship is central to the student experience, with faculty available to support students as they work toward their goals. Global perspectives are integrated into campus life through learning alongside students from around the world and opportunities on campus and across the globe.

Community service is also part of learning at Drake. Students, faculty, and staff contribute more than 230,000 hours each year through volunteer work, outreach, and pro-bono service in the Des Moines community. International students can expect a setting that links academic study with local engagement and global perspectives, while the city provides access to cultural, civic, business, and culinary experiences beyond campus.