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Leah Bittner

“The SMSU RN to BSN Program does not have you take a set amount of credits each semester. This flexible scheduling was perfect for me as it allowed me to vary the amount of credits I took each semester. I would have struggled without that flexibility as I am a non-traditional student who is also a wife, mother of four, and worked full time while completing my degree. This program is designed to fit into your life, whether you want to be a full-time or part-time student.”

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Sociology

About the Program

The sociology program at Southwest Minnesota State University is designed to help students understand human social activity and the world around us. Mastering the basics of sociology teaches you to understand situations of people different than you, another advantage in this rapidly changing world. As a sociology student, you will gain skills in critical thinking, public speaking, writing ability, cultural competence, and self-awareness.

For students pursuing other programs such as marketing, pre-law, pre-medicine, human resources, and social work, the sociology minor is a valuable addition.

SMSU’s Bachelor’s in Sociology Ranked Nationally

Facilities

Faculty offices are located in the Charter Hall Building. Meeting rooms, computer labs , and club rooms are also available in this building. Computers for doing online research and data analysis are available in the Social Science Research and Computer Lab, at the various computer labs across campus, or in the SMSU Library.

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Career Opportunities

Sociology graduates find exciting careers in social service agencies, businesses, and local, state, and national government. A sociology major is excellent preparation for law school and other professional and graduate programs. Sociology, criminal justice, and women’s studies minors enhance preparation for graduate school in many disciplines as well as preparation for careers in any field that requires an understanding of people and society.

  • Administration
  • Business
  • Corrections
  • Counseling
  • Education
  • Investigations
  • Journalism
  • Politics
  • Public Relations
  • Research
  • Senior Services
  • Youth Services

Contact Information

Sociology Program - Office

CH 129, Southwest Minnesota State University
1501 State St.
Marshall, MN 56258

Sociology

FRESHMAN ADMISSION PROCESS

  • Complete Application
  • $20 Non-refundable Application Fee
  • Official High School Transcript(s)
  • ACT or SAT Test Scores

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FRESHMAN ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Rank in the upper half of graduating class
  • or
  • Score a composite of 21 or above on the ACT or 990 on the SAT

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