As a sociology major at Widener, you'll learn valuable leadership skills through civic engagement, social research, and internships that set you apart in a wide range of fields.
At Widener, you'll develop and refine leadership skills by working closely with the community to address societal problems and advocate for social change and improved public policies.
Analytical and research skills will help you navigate and address social and people-oriented problems, and make you stand out in industry. You'll gain invaluable workplace experience through internships, research, experiential learning, and civic engagement.
Our flexible curriculum allows you to tailor your experience to personal interests that are related to sociology, while also building a range of powerful, portable skills. The small, interactive classes will deepen your learning and focus on leadership development, helping you gain qualities and skills for long-term career success.
Take the inside track to a career in sociology at Widener with internships, research, service learning, and a network of professionals to prepare students for long-term success upon graduation.
You have the flexibility to choose a specific concentration tailored to your personal interests.
Concentrations include:
Sociology majors can participate in the following pathways:
These pathways culminate in a 200-hour internship with an organization in a related field, preparing students for graduate school as well as job opportunities in a wide range of organizations in both the public and private sector.
Social Work & Sociology Dual Degree
Students have the flexibility to earn two degrees following this pathway—a social work BSW degree and sociology BA degree.
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Applied Sociology & Criminal Justice Double Major
This double major is designed for students interested in the impact of communities and social interactions on everyday problems in society, including crime and deviance.
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Students wishing to earn a double major in sociology and another field of study (such as anthropology, communication studies, political science, or psychology), should contact the chair of the sociology department for more information on the requirements.
The Department of Sociology also offers a minor course of study comprised of an introductory course, a social theory or research design course, and five advanced elective courses.
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Our diverse range of study will provide you with real-world experience so you'll develop a deep understanding of core sociological concepts. When you graduate, you won't just start your career, you'll continue the work you've been doing all along.
At Widener you can tailor your degree to your interests. We offer wide range of courses and numerous concentrations to match your career goals. You'll have the ability to choose a passion and learn about social issues, theories, research, and public policies within that chosen track.
Learning doesn't just happen in the classroom. You'll have the opportunity to apply sociology to the world around you with internships, research, and civic engagement opportunities.
Our faculty drive every student they teach toward personal and professional success. You'll make connections with faculty advisors through classes and mentorship. Individual faculty will oversee your internships and research projects. Before long, faculty, staff, and classmates will be like a second family.
Our professors invest in your success through close mentoring and continual feedback.
"Our department offers many service learning classes. These courses allow students to explore sociology in a traditional classroom while also working on projects in the community. Students come to understand course content while also cultivating the real world knowledge and skills needed to be civically engaged citizens and leaders in their chosen profession."
"Through individualized mentorship and one-on-one advising, our students gain a close relationship with all of the faculty in our department. By teaching a seminar on career development, overseeing student internships, and mentoring student research projects, we develop meaningful, lasting connections with all of our undergraduate majors and minors."
Senior Julia Klinger's Honors Week presentation explored lessons learned in a Multicultural Psychology class and hands-on learning experiences that, taken altogether, opened her eyes to white privilege.
Your second family of faculty and staff will help you build a network with alumni and professionals in a wide range of fields related to sociology to find unique opportunities for internships, research, and career paths.
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