Sociology Program

The sociology program at Curry College 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer sociology program.

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Curry College

Also known as Conway School

88 Village Hill Road, Northampton, MA

Curry College is a nonprofit private university that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Milton, Massachusetts, in a predominantly suburban area. About three thousand students enroll at Curry College per year.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Security And Protective Services
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. The majority of students admitted to Curry College achieve an SAT score within the range of 1240 - 1520, or an ACT score between 19 - 22. This school has an admissions rate of about 72% of which only 17% decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at curry.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $35,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their cost of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs around $7,600 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Curry College "Colonels" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Curry College 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).