Important Program Update
The Sociology major is transitioning to a Sociology concentration within the Government, Philosophy and Society major. Current students declared in the Sociology major may complete their degree as planned. Students wishing to enter the standalone Sociology major must start the program by January 11, 2027. After that date, all new students will be admitted to the Sociology concentration within the Government, Philosophy and Society major.
Sociology uses scientific methods to study how society and humans influence each other. You can study a wide range of areas in sociology because society encompasses most aspects of human life. These areas include, but are not limited to, health, family, education, government, the environment, inequality, interactions, culture, and social change. USI's faculty are dedicated teachers and committed to preparing you for exciting careers in sociology-related lines of work. USI's small class sizes, research lab, and internships will give you many applied experiences, and opportunities. USI's Sociology Department also offers generous awards for academic excellence, a student club, and an active chapter of the international sociology honors society, Alpha Kappa Delta.
Additional credit hours could indicate a second major, minor, or certificate. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to graduate.
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
The field’s scientific basis serves as a valuable framework to pursue many career goals. As a graduate of the sociology program, you will develop skills to study aspects of society using concepts, methods, and data. A sociology degree will open doors for you after graduation because it has wide applicability to many occupations, organizations, and sectors of society. Alumni have worked as leaders in organizations of local, national, and global significance including the Congress of the United States, the Peace Corps, Habitat for Humanity, Indiana state government and the Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office. USI sociology graduates have also gone on to highly ranked graduate schools and other professional programs, including medical and law school.
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Opportunities and salaries vary by region and experience.
The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
