The major in Sociology offers a preparation for students who want to pursue a graduate degree in sociology, anthropology, social work, education, public health, business administration, urban planning, criminal justice and law. Students interested in graduate school level should discuss their goals with the Sociology faculty.
Furthermore, the Sociology curriculum prepares students for entry into a diversity of career tracks in the private as well as the public sector. Below is a partial list of career opportunities:
Advertising – Census Officer
Elementary School Teacher – Alumni Relations Officer
College Admissions Counselor – Fund Raiser
Grants Officer – Employment Counselor
Journalist – Group Dynamics Trainer
H.S. Social Studies Teacher – Liaison Officer
Insurance Representative – College Recruiter
Parole Officer – Human Resource Officer
Public Opinion Poller – Police Officer
Public Relations Officer – State Trooper
Recreation Counselor – Probation Officer
Market & Consumer Researcher – Development Officer
Community Organizer – Social Researcher
Office Coordinator – Urban/Town Planner
Sociology & Physical Therapy
Sociology & Occupational Therapy
Sociology & Writing
Sociology & Marketing
Sociology & Human Resources
Sociology & Early Education
Sociology & Elementary Education
Sociology & Secondary Education
* Students interested in any of the combinations above should contact a Sociology advisor as early as possible.