Sociology Program

The sociology program at College of Saint Benedict 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 Minnesota colleges that offer sociology program.

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College of Saint Benedict

Also known as Saint Benedict

851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN

College of Saint Benedict is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Saint Joseph, Minnesota, which is a predominantly suburban 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. Over two thousand students enroll at College of Saint Benedict yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs College of Saint Benedict offers:

• English Language And Literature
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Interdisciplinary Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The most common scores among applicants accepted to College of Saint Benedict are between 23 to 28 for the ACT exam, or 1535 to 1930 on the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of around 73 percent of which only 36 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found at csbsju.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $38,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $4,700. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Saint Benedict is the "Blazers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA.

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.csbsju.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of Saint Benedict offers a bachelor's degree program in sociology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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).