Bachelor in Sociology (Bachelor's)

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Graduates are qualified to pursue careers in criminal justice and social service professions. The programme applies sociological and anthropological knowledge to address individual and community challenges. Students develop skills in social theory and both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The curriculum includes two specializations: criminology and social services.

Focus areas include criminology, social services.

The degree requires a total of 120 credits. Students complete coursework in sociology, research methods, and their chosen specialization, with no separate dissertation or capstone requirement specified.

Graduates enter roles in criminal justice agencies and social service organizations.

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

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 78% of applicants.

Science, engineering, and technology are central to SUNY Polytechnic Institute’s academic identity, alongside programs in business, healthcare, and liberal arts. Students can take part in research connected to current issues, including a summer undergraduate research program and work on New York’s real-world challenges. SUNY Poly researchers have also published a two-decade review and joined a $19.9 million National Science Foundation initiative. The institute’s news includes student showcases focused on innovation and ethics, as well as research into trust in the physician-patient relationship.

Utica, New York, provides the setting for a campus community that includes the Campus Center, where renovations are underway. Student life includes Wildcat Homecoming Weekend and professional development programming such as the POLY LEAD for Women series. Scholarships and grants support students, including an endowed scholarship established by Ronald and Patricia Sarner and a Health Forward Foundation grant. SUNY Poly has also received the Carnegie Opportunity designation, connected with expanding educational opportunity. The institute is marking its 60th anniversary with a gala supporting its work. International applicants can request detailed information, brochures, and forms by mail, then complete and submit an application. Academic choices span technical and scientific subjects as well as business, healthcare, and liberal arts, allowing students to compare study options across several areas before beginning the application process.