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Dec 05, 2025
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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
Sociology, B.A.
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Sociology studies the relationship between individual experience and broader social forces. Sociology will assist you in understanding the role of social structures in the creation - and dismantling - of class, race, sexuality, and gender inequalities. Studying sociology will expand your skills in critical thinking, writing, and analysis through an exploration of social problems and social change. An undergraduate major in sociology offers valuable preparation for careers in social work, social research, criminal justice, community organizing, business, and education.
The major also provides an excellent basis for graduate study in sociology, law, public policy, and social work.
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Program Requirements
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Minimum number of credits (exclusive of the University’s Core Curriculum) required for the Sociology major: 38. -
Minimum grade requirement for major courses listed below: C. -
Minimum GPA requirement for major courses listed below: 2.0. Requirements for the Baccalaureate Degree All students are reminded that, in addition to meeting Program requirements for a major leading to a baccalaureate degree, they must also meet the requirements of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences and the University’s Core curriculum. Major Credit and Grade Policy The prerequisites for all 300-level sociology courses are SOC 100 and SOC 210 with grades of C or better. Courses to be taken for major credit at other institutions must be approved in advance. Grades of C or better must be achieved in all courses for major or minor credit. Courses taken pass/fail are not acceptable. The minimum number of credits (exclusive of the University’s Core curriculum) required for the major: 38. Required Prerequisites for all advanced sociology courses (6 credit hours)
Required Courses (14 credit hours)
Elective Courses-choose from among the following (18 credit hours)
Major Courses that Satisfy Core Requirements
Students are encouraged to explore Core courses that also count towards their major or minor. Courses listed below are part of this major and also satisfy University Core Curriculum requirements. Course lists that satisfy each requirement can be found on the Core Curriculum webpage. -
Writing, Reading, and Inquiry 3: SOC 210 -
Quantitative Reasoning: SOC 307 -
Creative Expression: -
Cultural Interpretation: -
Science Exploration: -
Socio-cultural Analysis: SOC 100 , SOC 210 -
Ethical Inquiry, Social Responsibility, and Citizenship: -
Culture, Power, and Equity: SOC 371 , SOC 379 -
International: -
Engaged Learning: SOC 336 , SOC 395 , SOC 450 -
Capstone: SOC 410 USM Core Requirements
Students must complete all Core and degree requirements as part of the Graduation Requirements. For more information, see Academic Policies. The USM Core Curriculum provides a coherent, integrative, and rigorous liberal arts education that fulfills general education requirements. It is designed to help students become globally aware, purposeful, and lifelong learners. Please Note: Core requirements may be part of your major and/or minor, and Core may have been fulfilled with transfer credit. Please consult your MaineStreet Degree Progress Report (DPR) and review your degree progress with your Advisor. For additional information, access the USM Core webpage. |
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