Bachelor’s Degree Programs <p>In an increasingly diverse and global society, understanding human behavior — and how we interact with each other and the world around us — is a valuable asset in nearly any career path.</p> <p>Studying sociology builds writing, research, communication and critical thinking skills, and it also develops cultural competency, emotional intelligence and a keen awareness of challenges facing society today.</p> <p>The research, statistics, and quantitative and qualitative analysis skills you gain in a sociology program are valuable in many career paths, including the rapidly growing data science field. These skills are also solid preparation for graduate study in any social science field.</p> <p>Over the next decade, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment opportunities will increase by 11% for statisticians, 8% for sociologists, and 8% for social and community service managers.</p> False Arrow