Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

Develop your understanding of individual and group behavior and become an agent for social change. This career-defining program explores the causes of various social problems and research-based methods for solving them.

Develop your research and critical thinking skills while learning how demographic factors such as age, race, gender and socioeconomic status influence group behavior. Explore dynamics in families, organizations and societies and gain insight into deviant behavior. Our affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition, multiple start dates and generous credit transfer policy make it convenient for you to start studying online, on your schedule.

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Apply By: 12/16/24

Start Class: 1/6/25

 

Program Overview:

Explore the value of our Bachelor of Arts in Sociology online program

Cost Per Credit Hour: $460*

Transfer Credit Limit: 90 Hours

Credit Hours: 120

Description: Prepare to positively influence change in organizations and communities with a 100 percent online Bachelor of Arts in Sociology program. This respected degree equips you with specialized knowledge and skills so you can effectively work with groups in a variety of settings.

 

Graduates this online Bachelor of arts in Sociology degree program are prepared for various roles, including:

  • Education
  • Social Work
  • Healthcare
  • Nonprofit
  • Criminal Justice

 

In this bachelor’s of arts in Sociology program, you will learn how to:

  • Identify how social structures create and reproduce different forms of social inequality in human society through specific processes
  • Evaluate explanations of human behavior, social phenomena, and social processes
  • Recognize key theoretical frameworks and assumptions on which the discipline is founded and differentiated from other social sciences
  • Apply social scientific principles to understand the social world
  • Utilize sociological knowledge and skills to engage with and impact the world around you
 

 

Benefit from low, pay-by-the-course tuition

Expand your opportunities when you complete a high-value online Bachelor of Arts in Sociology program with affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition. All fees are included in the total tuition.

Tuition breakdown:

$460* Per Credit Hour

*In-state tuition.

Note: No payment plans are available for accelerated online students.

Program Per Credit Hour Per Course
  In-State Out-of-State In-State Out-of-State
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology $460 $465 $1,380 $1,395

 

Important dates and deadlines to keep in mind

This Youngstown State University program features an accelerated online format optimized for flexibility and convenience. Review upcoming start dates and other important deadlines below.

Next Start & Application Due Dates:

Next Application Deadline

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12/16/24

Classes Start On This Date

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1/6/25

 

First Starts Program Start Date Application Deadline Document Deadline Registration Deadline Tuition Deadline Last Class Day
Spring 1 1/6/25 12/16/24 12/23/24 1/1/25 1/3/25 2/16/25
Spring 2 3/10/25 2/17/25 2/24/25 3/5/25 3/7/25 4/20/25
Summer 1 5/12/25 4/21/25 4/28/25 5/7/25 5/9/25 6/22/25
Summer 2 6/30/25 6/9/25 6/16/25 6/25/25 6/27/25 8/9/25

 

Key steps for admission to our bachelor of Arts in Sociology online

To be admitted to a YSU online undergraduate program, you must meet specific requirements. Please read the admission guidelines for the BSCS online program to ensure you qualify.

  1. Online Application
  2. Official Transcripts (from all institutions previously attended)
  3. Minimum 2.0 GPA
  4. If you are 25 or older, visit the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology page for program details.
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    Applying at Youngstown State University is a simple 3-step process and is the first step toward earning your online Bachelor of Arts in Sociology degree from Youngstown State University. The admission information below will detail what’s required, what additional materials you need and where you should send them. Review the Program Map to determine eligibility of this program in your state.

    Admission Requirements

    • Have a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
    • Be in good standing at the previously attended school
    • Complete undergraduate admission application

     

    Official Transcripts

    Transcripts must be mailed from the granting institution or sent electronically through a secure server vendor.

    Email Address: enroll@ysu.edu
    Fax Number: 330-941-3674
    Mailing Address:

    Office of Admissions
    1 Tressel Way
    Youngstown, OH 44555

     

    Transfer Credits and PLA

    Youngstown State recognizes that your journey to this point may not be a straight path. You may have credits from other institutions, along with certifications and experience that also may qualify for earned credits. Upon admission, Youngstown State’s advisors will work with you to maximize your credits earned to shorten the path to earning your degree.

    For additional information on the Youngstown State credit transfer and prior learning assessment (PLA) policies, please see the Undergrad FAQ page.

    Application Submission Requirements

    • Pay $45 application fee (waived if you are an active duty/veteran military member)
    • Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended

 

Courses

Preview your online bachelor’s of arts in Sociology degree program

For the Bachelor of Science in Bachelor of Arts in Sociology online, you must complete 120 credit hours. If you have credits from other institutions, certifications and/or relevant experience, you may qualify for earned credits. A YSU advisor will help you determine your total credits earned upon admission.

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    • Core Courses

      SOC 1500: Introduction to Sociology

      SOC 3749: Sociological Theory

      SOC 3701: Social Statistics

      SOC 4850: Research Methods

      SOC 4860: Senior Thesis

    • Electives

      SOC 3705: The Family

      SOC 3740: Complex Organizations

      SOC 2640: Gender in Society

      SOC 3700: Minority Groups

      SOC 2601 : Social Problems

      SOC 2630: Criminology

      SOC 3731: Social Deviance

 

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*Price includes in-state tuition and fees. For students from outside Ohio, tuition and fees total $465 per credit hour.