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Sociology, BA

Degree Requirements

SO 100Introduction to Sociology3
SO 101Social Problems3
SO 360Sociological Theory3
SO 362Methods of Social Research3
SO 495Sociology Senior Capstone3
Upper-division Sociology Elective18
Total Hours33

Department honors are awarded to majors who attain:

  • a 3.2 GPA or higher GPA;
  • a 3.5 GPA in all Sociology courses;
  • a successful Washburn Transformational Experience (WTE)

More information about departmental honors is available from the department chair or academic advisor.

Majors are strongly encouraged to take courses in statistics and computer science, and to complete a minor. Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses applied to the major.