Sociology

Why study Sociology at Washburn?

Are you curious about society, groups, cultures, and how people relate to and engage with others in different settings? Consider sociology. While a sociology degree can open the door to many careers that require a bachelor’s degree, it’s also a path to a career field that can provide work in a variety of settings – from government, to non-profit, to business as a researcher, service program developer, or community liaison.

At Washburn, you’ll learn with experts who use the classroom and community partnerships to build your skills in ways that support you and create positive change for others.

Career Forecast Stable Outlook.Average Salary $50,850on campus

What is Sociology?

Sociology is the “study of social life, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior,” according to the American Sociological Association (asanet.org). Since all human behavior is social, the subject matter of sociology ranges:

• from a family with a sick child to health care costs;
• from television cartoons to gender-role expectations;
• from “latchkey” kids to juvenile delinquency;
• from the food we eat to cultural identity;
• from community engagement to global awareness;
• from asylum seekers to immigration policy

Our Sociology program will provide you with skills that appeal to a wide range of employers who specifically recruit social science and liberal arts majors

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Scholarships

Admissions scholarships

Washburn University offers generous scholarships based on your interests, career aspirations, community service and academic success.

Sociology department scholarships

The sociology department offers a variety of scholarships based on academic performance and career pursuits. New and transfer students are eligible. Applications are due early in the spring.

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  Admissions scholarships
• Sociology department scholarships

Cost and financial aid

Tuition and fees

Courses in this program are offered at the Traditional Undergraduate rate.

Financial aid

Washburn University offers generous undergraduate financial aid, including scholarships and grants.

Tuition waivers

If you don’t currently live in Kansas, learn about our Tuition Waiver programs that may qualify you for in-state tuition.

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What sets sociology at Washburn apart?

• Community-engaged course work bring careers in sociology to life, whether you want to work with non-profits, business, or with government agencies.
• Scholarships are available for incoming and returning students.
• Find your people on campus with the Sociology/Anthropology Club.
• You’ll have the opportunity to complete original research with faculty mentors, and present your research at international, national, or regional conferences.

4-Year Plan

A Bachelor of Arts in Sociology can be completed in 4 years. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in research and/or an internship.

• Sample Schedule (PDF)

• Major Map (PDF)

• Advising Worksheet (PDF)

Enroll at WU and declare major

Fill out the Undergraduate Admissions Application and enroll to pursue sociology. It's common to declare a major in sociology at enrollment and then determine your specific interest.

Research or internship

After your preliminary course work, you’ll be able to participate in directed research, and an internship. Connect with your advisor and attend club events to make sure you find out about opportunities coming up!

Bachelor's degree

Washburn Career Engagement provides several career fairs and career-readiness workshops, including resume editing and mock-interview practice.

Workforce or graduate school

Among graduates in the last five years, 17 percent have continued directly to graduate school in areas such as Library Information Science, Organizational Leadership, and Museum Studies.

Set for success

CAREER FORECAST: stable outlook

Qualities for success

Curious

Interested in how/why society operates

Want to learn more about diversity and institutions

Social justice work

Student/faculty ratio

20:1

Specialized experiences

Community engaged research

Project-based learning

Issue-oriented service opportunities

Study Abroad experiences

Program cost

Courses in this program are offered at the Traditional Undergraduate rate. Students in this program are eligible for scholarships and financial aid.

• Tuition

• Financial aid

• Admissions scholarships

GET IN TOUCH WITH Sociology & Anthropology department

Sociology & Anthropology department
Henderson Learning Resource Center, Room 218
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621

Connect
Phone: 785.670.1608
sociology-anthropology@washburn.edu