Illinois College Sociology Department
Department of Sociology
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Bachelor of Science in Sociology
Minor in Sociology
What is distinctive about Sociology major at Illinois College?
The sociology department is designed for students to develop the interconnections between individual lives and the larger society. Students are asked to think on a deep level and question the impact of society on individual choices, behaviors, attitudes and how those choices, behaviors, and attitudes shape the society in which we live. Those interested in majoring in sociology have the option of choosing between four subfields: social work, criminology, inequality/stratification, and family studies.
The sociology department also requires a minimum of three (3) credit hours of fieldwork or independent study. To set up a particular fieldwork project, students work in conjunction with a faculty advisor to find a project that fits their interests and provides them with an enriched learning experience. Students enrolled in the sociology program are encouraged to take courses in statistics, computer skills, and federal, state, and local government.