Sociology Program

The sociology program at Avila University prepares students for careers in defense, social service, schools, software, publishing, and social work in local health agencies, government, and private corporations. The program focuses on the study of human social institutions and social relationships. Program courses include: social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, social institutions, and social problems. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer sociology program.

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Avila University

23 S. Spring Ave., Saint Louis, MO

Avila University is a nonprofit private institution that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Kansas City, MO, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Avila University is nearly 1,900 annually.

Areas of study available at Avila University include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Public Administration And Social Services

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Avila University. Scores within the range of 20 to 25 on the ACT or 840 to 1120 on the SAT are recommended to increase the chance of acceptance. This school has an admissions rate of around 53 percent of which only 22 percent chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is approximately $25,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their costs. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,600 annually. This school may provide financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Avila University is the "Eagles", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

Students who would like to view more about this school can take a look at their website at http://www.avila.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).