Overview

The Sociology degree at Point Loma Nazarene University offers two concentrations: general sociology and criminal justice. You can pursue the study of general sociology and choose to take upper division classes that focus on many important issues we as a society are dealing with today. For example, one class looks at our schooling systems in the U.S. and how they compare worldwide, and another class considers what makes certain social movements more successful than others.

Or, you can pursue the criminal justice concentration and take classes that focus on criminal law, race and ethnicity, as well as classes that look at restorative justice in communities. Whichever concentration you choose, you will have opportunities to apply what you learn in the classroom in the real world through internships, student ministries, and campus institutes like the Center for Justice & Reconciliation.

Careers

Students with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology leave PLNU equipped for graduate schools or careers within social justice, education, business, nonprofits, immigration, politics, and the criminal justice system. PLNU alumni are sought after for their ability to critically evaluate social and cultural patterns, while also constructively engaging as agents of hope.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Living Justly in Contemporary Society
Research Basics
Health and Well-Being
Social Theory
Globalization and Culture
Sociology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Diego, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the Application for Admission

Submit Two Letters of Recommendation (one academic and one spiritual)

Submit Two Essays

Pay the $55 Application Fee Online or by Mail

Send Official Transcripts

Submit Official Proof of English Proficiency

Request a Phone, or Skype Interview (optional but strongly recommended)

Submit bank statement(s) or financial support letters

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

47500 USD / year

≈ 47500 USD / year
Out-of-State

47500 USD / year

≈ 47500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

47500 USD / year

≈ 47500 USD / year

Living costs

San Diego

United States

1400 - 2455 USD / month

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Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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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

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

San Diego

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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