Overview

Program Details

Sociology is study of the dynamics of social life, social change and the underlying social causes and consequences of behavior. Students take courses reflecting the diversity of subject areas prominent in the field, including social psychology, criminology, social inequality (race, class, gender), terrorism, social change, health and medical sociology, urban sociology, social theory and research methods. Students majoring in sociology may earn either a B.A. or B.S. degree.

The Sociology program offered by Northern Illinois University provides students with a variety of opportunities to become even more engaged in the field and in doing so develop new skills, experiences and credentials of distinction:

Internships
Honors

Undergraduate Research

Career

Baccalaureate graduates in sociology find employment in a wide range of careers: research, community development, criminal justice, health services, policy development, public relations, and social services.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Introduction to Sociology
Foundations of Sociology
Classical Sociological Theory
Contemporary Sociological Theory
Sociological Inquiry
Basic Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-06-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-05-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2023-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2023-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2023-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

71

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sociology Criminology Public Relations View 573 other Bachelors in Public Relations in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

71

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school diploma: You must have graduated by the time you start at NIU in order to be admitted
Grades: You must have passing grades equivalent to a U.S. C+ average on all transcripts and/or exam scores

A completed NIU application

Official transcripts from all high schools attended

ACT/SAT score

Tuition Fee

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International

21660 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 722 USD per credit during 48 months.
National

10860 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 362 USD per credit during 48 months.

Living costs for DeKalb

1100 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Sociology.

Available Scholarships

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