Sociology

Minor in Sociology 

Sociology is the study of human interactions, relationships, and society. Sociology minors are people-watchers with a purpose: that of learning about human behavior in order to better help others.

Why Study Sociology?

Here’s what makes the Mount’s Sociology minor unique:

• Small class sizes: The study of Sociology is rooted in humanity, and what better way to learn about human interactions than in a close-knit, small group setting? With our small class sizes, you’ll be guaranteed to know your professors and classmates well.
• Flexibility: The number of classes required for Sociology allows you to call the shots on your degree. Some of our Sociology minors choose to study a related field like Psychology or Human Services.
• Service orientation: Chances are as a Sociology minor that you’ll end up in a helping profession after graduation. Start right now at a college that puts community service first!

What to expect as a Sociology Minor

18 credits

Learn more about Sociology minor academic requirements and courses here.

You’ll begin your Sociology minor with Introduction to Sociology, giving you the foundation for what you’ll need to study in this field. After that, you’ll venture into higher level courses such as Social Class Power & Inequality; Race, Gender, and Society; Poverty in the U.S.; Community Action; and more. 

Outside of the classroom, you’ll find that you won’t have to wait until Commencement to start helping others. You’ll do that right away, whether through a research project or hands-on lesson for class or by joining one of our service based clubs.

Be prepared for your future

For even more preparation for your career, consider an internship! Students can work with our Career Center to help find an internship that fits your future.

Sociology minors are given the foundation for graduate school for further studies in an area of their choice, including counseling/mental health, social work, criminal justice, human resources and more.