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FINANCIAL AID RATE

98%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

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$15,262

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Sociology Program

The sociology program at Hope 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 Michigan colleges that offer sociology program.

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Hope College

33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI

Hope College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps 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 Holland, Michigan, which is a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a Reformed Church in America affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at Hope. Approximately three thousand students are enrolled per year at Hope College.

Students may pick from a few areas of study, including:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies
  • Communications And Journalism
  • English Language And Literature

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school.

A score within the range of 1060 - 1320 on the SAT, or 24 - 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. Hope College admits about 80% of students applying yearly. Of those applicants accepted, nearly 29% registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found by calling the Hope admissions counselors or by completing the form on this page.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $30,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. The cost of on-campus housing is about $4,200 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The mascot for Hope College is the "Flying Dutchmen", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Students can visit the Hope College website to see a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male8
Female15

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black4
Hispanic5
White14

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

Students who have completed the Sociology program at Hope College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give you an idea of the students Hope College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Hope College may provide services like:

  • Online classes
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Hope College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Basketball (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Track and Field (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Football (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Assoc)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball