Sociology (BA)
Program Summary
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Credits: 120 total
Degree: BA
College/School: College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Start Date: 8/25/2025
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Program Description
Sociology is the systematic study of today’s most pressing issues: social justice and inequality and the tension between individual freedom and institutional social control. Sociologists explore how individuals create and re-create a self within the context of their culture and history. Sociology also traces the emergence and persistence of social movements driven by groups seeking to transform society. Sociology courses offer opportunities to look broadly at the ways race, ethnicity, gender and social class affect our own lives and the lives of others and sociology students gain the knowledge to become agents of social change. Mason’s Sociology program emphasizes sociology, where theory and research moves out of the classroom into the world and provides concrete solutions to urgent social problems.
Careers
The research skills, critical thinking, and strong writing that you develop as a Sociology major are highly valued by prospective employers and Sociology graduates find employment success in a variety of fields:
Mason’s Sociology graduates have found rewarding jobs in the pubic and private sector, at agencies and organization including the following:
- Amazon
- Census Bureau
- Centerville Immigration Forum
- Fairfax County Dept. of Family Services
- Institute for Defense Analysis
- Judicial Services Company
- Worldwide Counter Threat Solutions
- Rand Research
- Pennsylvania Stands Up
- Insight Policy Research
- Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility
- Dscoop
- Quip
- Cvent
- Nestlé
- PC Financial
- AT&T
- Chrysella
Courses
Program requirements are subject to change; please refer to the George Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.
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Who should apply?
Sociology welcomes students who are curious and seeking ways to be engaged in the world. Coursework, experiential learning, and independent undergraduate research opportunities allow you to broaden your knowledge and encourage both intellectual and personal growth. The application of sociological understanding helps you understand social phenomena and develop research skills that apply to many career paths. Sociology majors learn and apply research methods ranging from quantitative to qualitative as they systematically study society. Coupled with critical thinking and writing, these skills are in demand by prospective employers and graduate schools, including professional careers in health care and law school.
Financial Aid
Various course and lab fees may be assessed depending on the course(s) in which the student is enrolled. Please refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees.
For information on loans and scholarships, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid. For information regarding grants, tuition waivers and other merit aid, please inquire with your graduate department. Additionally, your current employer may provide tuition reimbursement opportunities for graduate studies.
Why choose George Mason?
All students have opportunities for research, global engagement, and career preparation.
- Develop skills in research skills, critical thinking, and writing for different audiences that are highly valued by prospective employers and graduate schools. Read more.
- Participate in many forms of public service and internships Read more.
- Prepare for a variety of careers in the public or private sector. Read more.
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Application Materials
- Undergraduate application
- Transcripts for all post-secondary education
- Non-refundable application fee
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