Sociology and Anthropology
Stetson University's BA in Sociology is 32 units and trains you as a social scientist through core courses in sociological theory, research methods, statistics, data analysis, and a senior project. You will investigate facets of society, including social institutions such as family, law, work, health and medicine and sport. An anthropology minor is also available where you will focus on cultural anthropology and archaeology.
Why Sociology and Anthropology at Stetson University?
Stetson's Sociology major offers a strong foundation if you're considering graduate school in sociology or related social science disciplines. It also prepares you for interdisciplinary fields like Gender Studies, Africana Studies, or Media Studies and specialized areas such as Latin American and Latino Studies or Asian Studies.
The program provides a strong foundation by working on sociological theories, social research methods, statistics, data analysis, and a senior project. You graduate as a social scientist who can produce research, ready to delve into social issues and inequality such as criminology, social deviance, social inequality, race and ethnicity and gender; and social change such as population and the environment, developing societies, work and globalization or pandemics.
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“My classes prepared me for an internship at the Marine Discovery Center.”
— Verania Sosa '22
Career Outcomes
Sociologists and anthropologists work across healthcare, social services, criminal justice, education, policy, and organizational research. The analytical and methodological training translates wherever organizations need people who can analyze human behavior systematically. Career paths include:
- Social Researcher and Policy Analyst
- Community Organizer and Social Services Professional
- Healthcare and Public Health Analyst
- Criminal Justice and Forensic Professional
- Educator and Academic Researcher
- Graduate student in sociology, anthropology, or forensic science
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.
- Zenta Auyong, PhD, University of Florida
- Rachel Core, PhD, The John Hopkins University
- Ana Servigna, PhD, Syracuse University
- Sven Smith, PhD, University of Florida; JD, Florida State University
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.
HATTER READYFrequently Asked Questions
This program requires the completion of 32 units (128 credit hours), including major requirements and university graduation requirements. For the most current curriculum and degree requirements, please consult the academic catalog.
Ye, an Anthropology minor, is available and focuses on cultural anthropology and archaeology.
In the program, students work with faculty on sociological theory, social research methods, statistics, data analysis, and a senior project.
Stetson University is located in DeLand, Florida.
Stetson offers merit scholarships, need-based grants, federal and state aid, work-study, and program-specific awards. More than 98% of Stetson students receive some form of financial aid.
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