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Accredited Online Sociology Programs

Ashford University, the highest ranking school below, will train students through its sociology programs to become sociologists, psychiatrists, child psychologists, social scientists, etc. and set them up well for future employment. At present, there are 4,430 people employed as sociologists alone in the US, and their average annual salary is $76,190. Social scientists and related workers make on average $73,450 per year and there are about 29,250 of them employed today according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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performing computerized data and analysis
dealing with problems such as poverty
collecting cultural information from books

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BA/Sociology

The BA in Sociology focuses on the study of human beings in their social settings. Sociology majors study topics such as social structures, various forms of social interactions, racial and ethnic groups, and the making and implementation of social policy. Graduates of the program are prepared for entry-level social science-linked and social service positions.

Prereq Info

http://www.ashford.edu/online/degrees/basocdetails.php

Prereq GPA

2.00 cumulative GPA or higher For transfer students.

Prereq Degree

High school diploma required and GED is accepted

Special Instructions

Depending on the number of credits transferred in, you may be required to take one or both of Ashford University's® introductory courses: EXP 105 Personal Dimensions of Education and PSY 202 Adult Development and Life Assessment. If you enter the program with fewer than twenty-four (24) transferable credits, you are required to successfully complete EXP 105 as your first course, followed by PSY 202 as your second course. If you enter the program with twenty-four (24) or more transferable credits, you will be required to successfully complete PSY 202 as your first course.All Gen Ed classes listed on 1st degree (AA/Buisness) 46 Gen Ed credits required for all degree's.

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Ashford University accepts up to 90 transfer credits from a two-year, regionally accredited institution, including Associate of Arts in Science credits, toward a Bachelor's degree program. Transfer up to 99 approved credits toward your Bachelor's degree. Combine your previous coursework with up to 75 nontraditional credits to make the maximum transfer impact! # You can transfer up to 90 community college credits toward Ashford's Bachelor's programs, including AAS credits. # Credits you've earned toward an Associate's degree at an accredited community college might apply towards Ashford University's general education requirements. # Your lower division coursework may be equivalent to Ashford's upper division courses, so you won't have to repeat courses you have already taken. #You must earn a minimum of 18 credits at Ashford University.

Courses

Personal Dimensions of Education »

Adult Development & Life Assessment »

Introduction to Sociology »

Social Problems »

Cross-Cultural Perspectives »

Crime & Society »

Racial & Ethnic Groups »

Child, Family, & Society »

Statistics for the Behavioral & Social Sciences »

Research Methods »

Social Gerontology »

Public Policy & Social Services »

Social Justice & Ethics »

Social Science Capstone »


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BS in Sociology

The Bachelor of Science in Sociology program encourages students to think deeply and seriously, using both the Christian and scientific perspectives, about the consequences of social structures upon human social behavior in its many diverse contexts.

Prereq GPA

GPA of 2.25 or above

Prereq Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Credit Transfer Restrictions

Credit transfer restrictions vary by state. Please see course catalog for more information.

Courses

Principles of Sociology »

Social Problems »

Marriage and Family »

American Minority Peoples »

Social Research and Statistics »

Sociological Theory »

Ethical Thinking in the Liberal Arts »

Cultural Anthropology »

Human Sexuality »

Social Psychology »

Social Inequality and Stratification »


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Bachelor of Science in Sociology

The B.S. curriculum in sociology within the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences provides an understanding of theory, practice, and policy underlying issues of social change and of inequality and diversity from multiple perspectives, including race/ethnicity, gender, economic position, age, geographic location and position in the global political economy. The program enhances students' understanding of social realities and institutions at local, national and international levels, and how sociology contributes to the other social sciences and to the humanities. Students gain basic understanding of assumptions underlying the discipline of sociology and develop the research skills necessary for analysis of complex social issues. The B.S. program requires six more credit hours of methods courses (both qualitative and quantitative) than the B.A. This is a flexible program with individual and group experiences in working with faculty on concrete intellectual and policy issues.

Prereq GPA

Transfer students 2.0 if from AZ or 2.5 from out of state Freshman recommended 3.0 GPA in competency courses

Special Instructions

Students must take take 15 hours of Humanities/Fine Arts & Social/Behavioral Sciences and one course must be upper division. Students must take 8 hours of Natural Sciences. Students must take 6 hours of Literacy and Critical Inquiry. Students must take 6 hours of Mathematics & Statistics/Computer Applications. Courses, including electives must total 120 hours.

Credit Transfer Restrictions

ASU will accept transfer credit for traditional course work you have successfully completed at regionally accredited institutions of higher education. However, all final decisions are made by the university.

Courses


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Bachelor's (BSCJ) - Corrections

The online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree completion program can provide students with a solid foundation in some of the most interesting aspects of the industry, from law enforcement to corrections. Building on this foundation, the concentration in Special Populations focuses on the philosophies and processes of the juvenile justice system; the impact of diversity on the criminal justice system as a whole; and the policies and enforcement of drug-related crimes. Best of all, courses are taught by experienced instructors who bring expertise and knowledge of the criminal justice field to every class they teach.

Concentration

Special Populations

Prereq Info

http://mycampus.aiuonline.edu/schools/5/pdf/admissions_packet.pdf

Prereq Degree

High school diploma or equivalent.

Credit Transfer Restrictions

"Only earned degrees from accredited institutions that meet all of the criteria set forth in AIU’s block transfer policy or institutions with articulation agreements with AIU can be evaluated for block transfer. Only courses completed with a “C” (or equivalent) or above will be eligible or transfer credit.All other official college and military transcripts are evaluated on a course- by-course basis in accordance with AIU policies."

Courses

Art Appreciation »

Topics in Cultural Studies »

Introduction to Computers »

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English Composition II »

College Algebra »

Presentation Essentials »

Aspects of Psychology »

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