Brookings,
SD,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Sociology in Brookings United States | South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University
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Brookings United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
11,284
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Sociologists explore numerous questions about why, how, and what shapes human interactions. They examine the broader perspective, concentrating on social life, societal transformations, and the origins and effects of human actions. By analyzing patterns, they aim to enhance lives through these insights. Your surrounding society profoundly influences your education, personal connections, career path, financial standing, and more. A sociology degree opens doors to understanding this interconnected world.
The field of sociology covers diverse subjects such as family structures, criminal behavior, public policies, population trends, and how modern challenges affect businesses, schools, and other organizations. The Department of Sociology & Rural Studies aims to equip students with theoretical and practical knowledge to thrive as professionals in our diverse, globalized world. Through a comprehensive liberal arts foundation, graduates gain versatile skills for careers across business, government, and nonprofit fields. Sociology graduates oversee programs, deliver services, conduct research, and enter fields like law enforcement and victim advocacy. The program's adaptability allows easy pairing with other majors.
Career Paths
Urban development specialists
Social research analysts
Community engagement organizers
Crime investigators
Data research specialists
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should have an above average academic record at least equivalent to a B average 2.60 out of 4.00 or be in the top 60 percent of their class with suitable academic preparation for the intended major.
The SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test while not required is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants Students who graduated from US high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies If your transcripts are not in English certified true translations must be attached All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school If you must submit transcripts prior to completion please indicate your expected graduation date.
All applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate proficiency in English with one of the following exams and the indicated minimum score.
Internet-based TOEFL Test iBT - 61 MyBest Score is now accepted.
Paper-based TOEFL - Test PBT 500.
Academic IELTS - 5.5.
Online E3PT Exam - 62.
Online iTEP Exam - 36.
Duolingo - 90.
The SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test while not required is encouraged and strongly recommended for freshman applicants Students who graduated from US high schools must submit an SAT score.
Academic Transcripts need to be originals or official certified true copies If your transcripts are not in English certified true translations must be attached All upper secondary school-level work needs to be demonstrated through your transcripts It is common for applicants to submit transcripts prior to the completion of their final year of secondary school If you must submit transcripts prior to completion please indicate your expected graduation date.
All applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate proficiency in English with one of the following exams and the indicated minimum score.
Internet-based TOEFL Test iBT - 61 MyBest Score is now accepted.
Paper-based TOEFL - Test PBT 500.
Academic IELTS - 5.5.
Online E3PT Exam - 62.
Online iTEP Exam - 36.
Duolingo - 90.
Tuition
USD
11,284