Sociology majors gain many transferable skills in critical analysis, interpersonal relationships, and communication during their study. An undergraduate degree in sociology will lead many students to nonprofit organizations, business, and government as well as to Masters studies concentrating on applied, clinical, or professional tracks. Additionally, those who wish to pursue a Masters degree in sociology will have the option of PhD study and a profession in academia.
Possible Employers
- Adoption and childcare centers
- Federal Government organizations such as Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Justice Statistics, and Bureau of Economic Analysis
- Hospice agencies
- Insurance firms
- Land trust organizations such as The Nature Conservancy or Trust for Public Land
- Senior citizen’s center
- State government organization such as State trooper, crime labs, and penitentiaries
Areas of Work
- Behavioral analysis
- Court reporting
- Demography
- Forensics and investigation
- Juvenile justice
- Policy analysis
- Social statistics
- Urban/City planning
Unique Paths with Your Major
Courtney Willey ’20
October 19, 2018 / 0 Comments
