Social Science

• Bachelor of Arts
• Major

Stetson University's BA in Social Science is 32 units and lets you explore human behavior, societies and global issues through multiple social science disciplines. Customize your degree by specializing in a concentration while building the analytical, research and critical thinking skills needed for careers in government, education, business, nonprofit organizations and graduate study.

Why Social Science at Stetson University?

Stetson's interdisciplinary curriculum allows you to tailor your studies around two areas of concentration, giving you broader perspectives and greater flexibility to pursue your academic and career goals. You'll complete seven units in a primary discipline and four units in a secondary discipline, creating a program that reflects your interests.

This customizable approach helps you connect ideas across fields while developing the research, communication and analytical skills valued by employers and graduate programs. With small classes and close faculty mentorship, you'll graduate prepared to understand and address complex social issues from multiple perspectives.

Related Programs:

• Sociology and Anthropology
• Psychology

“It is life-changing to have someone sit down and listen and understand what you're passionate about.”

— Lauren Hill, '08

Career Outcomes

Through research, internships and preparation for graduate studies, your Social Science degree can open many career paths for you. These include fields such as economics, environmental science, history, political science, psychology, sociology and anthropology, among others. Career paths include:

• Management Analyst and Business Operations Professional
• Policy Analyst and Government Analyst
• Community Researcher and Nonprofit Program Manager
• Graduate student in public policy, social work, or education
• Educator in social sciences
• Data and Survey Research Analyst

Meet the Faculty

As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.

• Rachel Core, PhD, The Johns Hopkins University
• Zenta Auyong, PhD, University of Florida
• Ana Servigna, PhD, Syracuse University
• Sven Smith, PhD, University of Florida

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

At Stetson, learning goes beyond the classroom. You'll have opportunities to build real-world experience through internships, research, community engagement and other experiential learning opportunities.

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