The Sociology major requires the satisfactory completion of 40 hours of coursework within the program. The Sociology minor requires completion of 20 hours of coursework within the program. Students are encouraged to enroll in Introduction to Sociology 1113 during the freshman year. Students are encouraged to enroll in Social Problems 2123 during the sophomore year. All other general education requirements should be completed before taking any upper division Sociology course. Introduction to Sociology and Social Problems are offered every fall and spring semesters.

Students are encouraged to tailor their elective coursework in the program to reflect their projected occupational interests. Students who plan to apply for graduate school admission are encouraged to meet with Dr. Kay Decker, Chair of the Department of Social Sciences as early in their undergraduate career as possible.