Sociology

College of Arts and Sciences

Department of Sociology

Through the study of social life, you’ll learn how to answer the questions of why and how humans group together to form societies as well as the role of individuals within society. 

Campuses:

  • Everett
  • Global Campus (Online)
  • Pullman
  • Spokane
  • Tri-Cities
  • Vancouver

Degree Types:

  • Bachelor's
  • Certificate
  • Doctorate
  • Minor

Highlights

  • Consistently ranked one of the top programs in the nation 
  • Participate in undergraduate research guided by renowned faculty 
  • Internship and study abroad opportunities

Career

With a Sociology degree, you can work in:  

  • Social work and counseling 
  • Probation and corrections 
  • Program support and recruiting 
  • Business management and human resources 
  • Education support for at-risk populations 
  • Marketing and public relations 
  • Financial and statistical analysis 
  • Government and nonprofit agencies 

Transfer Students

WSU accepts credit from Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and CLEP exams, associate degrees, Running Start and more.  

You’re considered a transfer student at WSU if you’ve received college credit post-high school.  

Use our Transfer Course Search Tool to determine what courses you need to take at your current institution to transition to WSU smoothly. 

Admission to WSU and admission to your desired major are two separate processes. Contact your academic department for specific requirements and prerequisites unique to your major.   

Scholarships

Complete the General Scholarship Application to be eligible for 700+ WSU scholarship programs, including ones specifically for a major you’re interested in. Use our search tool to find more scholarships outside WSU.  

Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) to be considered for scholarships, grants, loans, and other forms of aid. 

Internships, Jobs, and Work-study

Find hundreds of student-friendly jobs, internships, and work-study opportunities with our WSU student job board, Handshake. You can also check with departments for internships specific to a major. 

Get advice and learn more at the Academic Success and Career Center. 

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Degree Options

Sociology

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Global Campus (Online)

Sociology

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver

Sustainable Organizational Leadership

  • Pullman
  • Spokane
  • Tri-Cities
  • Global Campus (Online)
  • Everett
  • Vancouver

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