Bachelor in Sociology (Bachelor's)

At Illinois College, the tuition fee is 36,870 USD per year.

This program provides a foundation in sociological theory, research methods, and statistical analysis. Students explore social structures, human behavior, and societal issues. Opportunities exist to focus on specific subfields through elective coursework.

Focus areas include Community Health, Criminology, Family Studies, Human Services, Inequality/Intersectionality.

The program is structured with 20 credits of general requirements, 4 credits for a diversity course, 4 credits for a civic engagement course, and 12 elective credits.

The programme totals about 40 credit hours. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 75% of applicants.

Illinois College has been part of Jacksonville for almost 200 years. Its Hilltop campus combines winding walks and an ancient grove with buildings and traditions that bring old and new together. Students can join more than 80 clubs, organizations and teams, creating opportunities to find community and develop leadership experience. The campus also supports hands-on learning beyond the classroom, including internships, research experiences and global travel.

Academic programs connect study with practical preparation. Every student participates in internships or other hands-on learning, while selected programs offer focused opportunities from the first year. Mechanical engineering students begin with design process, robotics and computer-aided design. Biology students take part in research, including continuing work in the Florida Keys. Nursing, neuroscience, psychology, education, business administration, finance, economics and computer science are among the fields represented by student and alumni pathways. Illinois College also promises that students will graduate in four years or receive coverage for the cost of remaining courses. For students coming from abroad, global travel, research and internship access can add experience beyond regular coursework. The range of campus organizations offers ways to connect with other students and take on leadership roles while studying in Jacksonville.