Bachelor’s degree in Sociology

With a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology or a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Fort Hays State University – offered on-campus or online – graduates of this program develop the skills employers most look for. This includes skills like critical thinking, research, interviewing, grant writing, mediation and computer application.

The field of sociology encompasses the study of social life as well as the social causes and consequences of human behavior. A degree in sociology gives you a broad liberal arts education that will serve as a foundation for many career paths (some of which may not even exist yet).

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B.A. in Sociology – program of study
Course No.	Course Name	Hours
General Education Requirements - 55 hours
Students must complete 55 credit hours from the General Education Program.
Modern Language Requirements - 10 hours
Students must complete 10 credit hours in one Modern Language.
Free Elective Requirements - 19 hours
Students must complete 12 credit hours in Upper Division Free Electives (courses numbered 300 and above) and seven (7) credit hours of Lower or Upper Division Free Electives.
Sociology Core Courses - 21 hours
SOC 140	Understanding Society: Introductory Sociology	3
SOC 145	Cultural Anthropology (formerly Principles of Culture)	3
SOC 361	Sociological Theory and Literature	3
SOC 362	Methods of Social Research	3
SOC 470	Grant Writing	3
SOC 472	Social Inequality	3
SOC 621	Advanced Sociological Research	3
Upper Division Electives - 15 hours
Students must complete 15 credit hours from these upper-division Sociology courses.
SOC 310	Gender and Society	3
SOC 311	Feminist Theory	3
SOC 320	Sociology Through Cinema	3
SOC 325	Popular Culture	3
SOC 333	Global Forces in a Changing World	3
SOC 335	Changing Faces of Culture	3
SOC 343	Sociology of Gender Roles	3
SOC 344	Social Deviance	3
SOC 350	Family Communication	3
SOC 352	Stepfamilies	3
SOC 355	Sociology of Death and Dying	3
SOC 375	Medical Sociology	3
SOC 384	Social Problems	3
SOC 388	Sociology of the Family in America	3
SOC 436	Social Demography	3
SOC 460	Comparative Culture and Societies	3
SOC 475	Rural and Urban Sociology	3
SOC 644	Sociology of Aging	3
SOC 647	Comparative Cultural Anthropology	3
SOC 664	Social Entrepreneurship and Grassroots Social Action	3
SOC 671	Program Development and Evaluation	3
SOC 677	Internship in Sociology: Advanced Grant Writing	3
SOC 679	Community Theory and Development	3
SOC 680	Nonprofit Organizations	3
SOC 681	NGOs: Global Social Innovation	3

B.S. in Sociology – program of study
Course No.	Course Name	Hours
General Education Requirements - 55 hours
Students must complete 55 credit hours from the General Education Program.
Free Elective Requirements - 23 hours
Students must complete six (6) credit hours in Upper Division Free Electives (courses numbered 300 and above) and 17 credit hours of Lower or Upper Division Free Electives.
Sociology Core Courses - 21 hours
SOC 140	Understanding Society: Introductory Sociology	3
SOC 145	Cultural Anthropology (formerly Principles of Culture)	3
SOC 361	Sociological Theory and Literature	3
SOC 362	Methods of Social Research	3
SOC 470	Grant Writing	3
SOC 472	Social Inequality	3
SOC 621	Advanced Sociological Research	3
Upper Division Electives - 21 hours
Students must complete 21 credit hours from these upper-division Sociology courses.
SOC 310	Gender and Society	3
SOC 311	Feminist Theory	3
SOC 320	Sociology Through Cinema	3
SOC 325	Popular Culture	3
SOC 333	Global Forces in a Changing World	3
SOC 335	Changing Faces of Culture	3
SOC 343	Sociology of Gender Roles	3
SOC 344	Social Deviance	3
SOC 350	Family Communication	3
SOC 352	Stepfamilies	3
SOC 355	Sociology of Death and Dying	3
SOC 375	Medical Sociology	3
SOC 384	Social Problems	3
SOC 388	Sociology of the Family in America	3
SOC 436	Social Demography	3
SOC 460	Comparative Culture and Societies	3
SOC 475	Rural and Urban Sociology	3
SOC 644	Sociology of Aging	3
SOC 647	Comparative Cultural Anthropology	3
SOC 664	Social Entrepreneurship and Grassroots Social Action	3
SOC 671	Program Development and Evaluation	3
SOC 677	Internship in Sociology: Advanced Grant Writing	3
SOC 679	Community Theory and Development	3
SOC 680	Nonprofit Organizations	3
SOC 681	NGOs: Global Social Innovation	3

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Tuition: The Best Value in Higher Education Anywhere

Fort Hays State University prides itself on quality education at an affordable price. Students in this program can expect to pay approximately $2,817.00* (on-campus) or $3,641.40* (online) per semester.

*Estimated cost based on 15 credit hours at the undergraduate resident/regional tuition rate ($187.80/credit hour) for on-campus courses, or the FHSU Online undergraduate tuition rate ($242.76/credit hour) for online courses. Actual price may vary depending on course load and location. Tuition and Fees are subject to change with annual approval by the Kansas Board of Regents.

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Information about the School of Criminal Justice, Leadership, and Sociology

FHSU’s School of Criminal Justice, Leadership, and Sociology brings together a diverse range of programs dedicated to preparing students for impactful careers in law enforcement, leadership, and social sciences. Our integrated approach allows students to develop critical skills across these disciplines, fostering an environment where future leaders and professionals are equipped to address complex societal challenges. The Criminal Justice programs offer flexible online and on-campus options, focusing on law enforcement, corrections, and legal systems with a strong emphasis on leadership and integrity. The Leadership programs develop essential organizational skills through interactive coursework and internships, supported by the Leadership Studies Association and VALUE program. Sociology programs delve into social life, behavior, and community issues, emphasizing research and critical thinking. Together, these programs foster cross-disciplinary learning, empowering students to lead and innovate within their communities and beyond.

Together, these programs create a robust educational experience that encourages cross-disciplinary learning and collaboration. Students are empowered to lead, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to their communities and the broader society. Whether you are passionate about justice, leadership, or sociology, FHSU’s School of Criminal Justice, Leadership, and Sociology provides the knowledge and skills necessary to make a lasting impact.

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