Bachelor in Sociology (Bachelor's)

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This programme prepares students for careers in social services, nonprofit leadership, public policy, research, and law by examining how institutions, cultures, and social structures shape behavior and opportunity. Students study topics such as race, gender, inequality, crime, and family dynamics through a liberal arts curriculum. The programme emphasizes research methods and practical application through independent projects and internships. A social work track is available for students interested in direct service roles with vulnerable populations.

Focus areas include Race and Ethnicity in the United States, Gender and Society, Crime and Deviance, Elites and Inequality, The Family, Social Problems.

The programme requires 120 credits, including core courses in sociological theory and research methods, elective courses in specialized topics, and a 4-credit-hour internship for students in the social work track.

Graduates enter roles such as outreach coordinator, performance auditor, community organizer, legal assistant, and social services worker, or pursue graduate study in social work, sociology, public administration, or law.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Submission of official transcripts and a personal statement is required. No specific test scores are mentioned.

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 60% of applicants.

Critical thinking, discussion, research, and practical experience shape the undergraduate curriculum at Oglethorpe. Its Core curriculum challenges students across disciplines, while small classes support close work with professors. Students can learn through laboratories, internships, and self-directed research, including biology projects that build laboratory skills. The university prepares graduates for careers and further study, with alumni working as artists, healthcare professionals, business leaders, advocates, and community leaders.

For almost 200 years, Oglethorpe graduates have contributed to Atlanta and communities beyond Georgia. The university's historic campus sits minutes from internships and cultural experiences across the metropolitan area. Atlanta provides a setting for students to connect classroom learning with professional interests, while campus life includes 16 NCAA Division III athletic teams, performance opportunities, student organizations, and career development.

International students join a close-knit community where faculty know and support students personally. Nearly 60% of students identify as students of color, and the university says all viewpoints and identities are respected. Mental health and student success services provide additional support. Merit scholarships are available, and the Flagship 50 program may make tuition affordable for academically qualified students. New first-year and transfer students attend Orientation and Welcome Weekend before classes begin.