Overview

SU’s Sociology Department sponsors two annual events for its students: a canoeing trip on the Nanticoke River and a spring picnic. The Sociology Action Club, led by students, has shown movies with discussions, organized a trip to the Holocaust Museum, sponsored a fair trade sale, organized bonfires, and volunteered for nursing homes, soup kitchens and afterschool programs.

In addition, internship opportunities abound at SU, giving you the skills needed to transition into an active member of society. Internship placements for our students have included positions in a variety of places, such as:

Disability service programs
Homeless shelters
Juvenile services
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights
Maryland Department of Transportation
Parole and probation
Police agencies
Real estate companies
United Way

Careers for Sociology Majors

For graduates of the Sociology program from Salisbury University the career possibilities and opportunities for graduate school are boundless. Sociology is recognized as an essential discipline within the increasingly global economy. Its emphasis on understanding diversity and culture are sought after by the U.S. Department of Defense, the criminal justice field and international business relations.

What kind of job do you get with a sociology degree? With a degree in sociology at SU, you could become a:

Case Worker

Criminologist

Job Counselor

Probation Officer

Social Worker

Sociologist

Youth Advocate

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Family

Social Conflict and Achieving Peace: A Sociological Perspective

Diaspora and Today's Race Relations: A Global Socio-Historical Perspective

Social Inequality

Sociology of Law

Criminology and Penology

Sociology of Gender

Sociology of Religion

The Social Value of Humans in a Globalized World

Social Movements

Over'Population/'Over'Consumption

Community Sociology

Sexuality, Alternatives and Society

Social Interaction

Medical Sociology

Racial and Cultural Minorities

Sociology of Mental Health

Immigration

Aging and Society

Global Gender Equity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

More details

Applications received after the January 15th deadline will be considered on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salisbury, United States

Disciplines

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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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General requirements

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Official Transcripts, Diploma, Mark sheets - Original or attested copies of all transcripts, diplomas, mark sheets and certificates from all secondary and post-secondary schools attended are required.

Proof of English Proficiency

Official SAT or ACT Score - Though not required, international students are encouraged to provide SAT or ACT scores to Salisbury for admission and scholarship consideration.

Letter of Recommendation and Personal Statement - Though not required, a letter of recommendation and a personal statement are strongly encouraged.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

19520 USD / year

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Out-of-State

19520 USD / year

≈ 19520 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8016 USD / year

≈ 8016 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-Resident Regional Hagerstown (USMH): $13,520 per year

Living costs

Salisbury

United States

1300 - 2201 USD / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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