Sociology: Applied (Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science)

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Do you want to understand human behavior? Are you interested in using evidence to create a brighter future for all? Then sociology is the profession for you.

The applied track prepares you to go directly into a career with your undergraduate degree. In the applied track you will learn how to use evidence to understand, explain, and make predictions about interactions, organizations, and institutions. Applied sociology prepares you for the 21^st century job market, in just about any field.

"Sociology at JSU helped me analyze the intricate web of institutions that helps me understand safety within the US transportation industry. The discipline of sociology influenced m perspective, fostered and objective framework, shaped my professional path and broader world view…[and] made me a better person." - Cody Middlebrook Civil Litigant Consultant; Expert in Field Transportations

Sociology at Jacksonville State University.

Potential Careers

Training and Devlopment Specialist
Human Relations Coordinator
Paralegal
Community Health Worker
Public Relations Specialist
Diversity Training and Development Managers
Career Counselor/Academic Advisor
Market Research Analyst
Probation Officer

Median Annual Salary

Training and Devlopment Specialist	$61,570
Human Relations coordinator	$126,230
Paralegal	$56,230
Community Health Worker	$48,860
Public Relations Specialist	$62,880
Diversity Training and Development Managers	$120,130
Career Counselor/Academic Advisor	$60,510
Market Research Analyst	$63,920
Probation Officer	$48,472