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Sociology (B.A.)

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PROGRAM START: FALL 2020

Program Overview

WHEN YOU START thinking about the interactions of people around you, about how they live, and what factors influence their ability to contribute to society at large, you begin to delve into the field of Sociology. Understanding how social influences like race, gender, economic status and education play a role in group and organizational structures will open many paths of discovery, from career pursuits to personal growth. JWU’s Sociology program helps you unpack theories while keeping you tuned in to contemporary ideas.

Our distinguished faculty will guide you through exploring global issues, and developing actionable solutions.

The most recent American Sociological Association survey shows that bachelors graduates strongly agree that the skills they learned in college such as data analysis, research design and sociological imagination were helpful on the job. We’ve built our curriculum to focus on developing and refining the skills that you need to have a real impact.

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Majoring in sociology at JWU is working closely with people that you get to know better and better over time. My favorite was taking the class Dr. Sherwood taught in the fall. Her class was everything that I think about every day. Nika Kemp '19

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This program is available in Providence and online. Refer to the JWU Catalog links below for a full course listing.

Featured Faculty

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Jessica Sherwood

Associate Professor

I teach sociology, and I enjoy that it’s always easy to connect to current events.

Sample Courses

  • Deviant Behavior
  • Social Issues in Contemporary America
  • Community Leadership: An Applied Sociology
  • Cultural Tapestry: Perspectives in Diversity
  • Sociology of Aging
  • Sociology of Digital Environments

Explore the full JWU Catalog course listing:

Providence Online

In addition to classes, free elective credit can be applied to a number of options such as Directed Experiential Education (DEE), internship, minor or study abroad. You are encouraged to contact an advisor before scheduling free elective credits.

Occupational Outlook*

Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers.

Occupation Growth Median Salary
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary 10% $72,230
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary 12% $60,400
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary 11% $81,430
School and Career Counselors 13% $55,410
Social Science Research Assistants 4% $46,000
Social Workers 16% $47,980
Sociologists 1% $79,650
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary 10% $81,580

*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook. Job outlook: 2016-2026. Median salary: 2017.

Fast Fact

Former students of Johnson & Wales University ranked 29th out of over 1,400 institutions in earnings after graduation relative to expected earnings, according to a variety of factors, such as academic preparation, identified in “Ranking Your College: Where You Go and What You Make.” (Source: https://cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/college-rankings/)