Overview

Through the Sociology BA course from the California Lutheran University you will receive rigorous theoretical and methodological training. This will help you gain meaningful insights to understand all levels of society — from the intimate micro-interactions of everyday life to the broader dynamics of globalization.

There are two required research methods courses in our major program. Your professors will provide one-on-one mentorship while you conduct research on topics of your choice. You can then expand your projects into research papers and go on to present at local, regional and national conferences.

Explore specific interests through a broad range of elective courses, covering topics such as:

Gender
Race and Ethnic Relations
Deviance in U.S. Society
Religion and Culture
Sexuality
Popular Culture
Immigration
Medical Sociology
Families and Intimate Relationships

Career opportunities:

Our alumni are well prepared for graduate study and professional work in sociology, social work, law, public health, non-profit management, teaching and other fields that require the ability to think ethically and critically about a wide range of key issues.

Career paths:

Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs
Community Health Workers
Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors
Rehabilitation Counselors
Sociologists
Human Resources Specialists

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contemporary Global Issues

Sexuality and Society

Racial and Ethnic Relations

Immigration in the Global Age

Deviance in U.S. Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

California, United States

Disciplines

Sociology View 1524 other Bachelors in Sociology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete Your Application & Essay
Request Recommendation
Submit Application Fee
Transcripts
English Proficiency
Optional Interview

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

53650 USD / year

≈ 53650 USD / year
Out-of-State

53650 USD / year

≈ 53650 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

53650 USD / year

≈ 53650 USD / year

Living costs

California

United States

1570 - 2658 USD / month

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

Funding

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