Sociology Online

The sociology major is perfect for students who plan to work in fields that require interaction with people of diverse backgrounds including business, non-profit organizations, and government positions. 

Missouri State University emphasizes Public Sociology, utilizing the tools of sociology to make a positive difference in the community. 

We are committed to helping students complete their undergraduate degrees and be successful after college. Contact the Sociology Program Coordinator, Dr. Katie Hoegeman, with your questions about the program at CHoegeman@MissouriState.edu.

Sociology Online Sample Completion Plan 

 
Year 1 Fall
  

Course

SOC 150

SOC 152

SOC XXX

 

 

Title

Introduction to Society *

Social Problems in Community **

Major elective

Course for minor

General elective

Total

Hours

3

3

3

3

3

15
 
Year 1 Spring
  

Course

SOC 301 OR

SOC 302

SOC 398

SOC 337

 

Title

Odd year = SOC 301 Research Methodology *

Even Year = SOC 302 Statistics for Social Research (or any statistics course) *

Public Sociology & Community Studies *

Sociology of Gender ***

Course for minor

Course for minor

Total

Hours

3

 

3

3

3

3

15
 
Year 1 Summer
  

Course

SOC 325

 

Title

Intro to Sociological Theory *

Total

Hours

3

3
 
Year 2 Fall
  

Course

SOC 492

SOC XXX

SOC XXX

 

Title

Leadership & Professional Development *

Major elective

Major elective

Course for minor

Course for minor

Total​​​​​​​

Hours

3

3

3

3

3

15
 
Year 2 Spring
  

Course

SOC 301 OR

SOC 302

SOC XXX

 

Title

Odd year = SOC 301 Research Methodology *

Even Year = SOC 302 Statistics for Social Research (or any statistics course) *

Major elective

Course for minor

General elective

Total

Hours

3

 

3

3

3

12

* core requirement, ** community engagement requirement, *** cultural competence requirement.

+ This plan assumes that general education courses have been completed. Online minor is required. Don't have an online minor? Check out your online minor options.