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Sociology Program
The sociology program at Santa Clara 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 California colleges that offer sociology program.
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Santa Clara University (SCU)
721 Cliff Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
SCU is a nonprofit private institution that has many majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Santa Clara, California, 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. Nearly 8,700 students enroll at SCU per year.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Santa Clara University offers:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Engineering Technology
- Communications And Journalism
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to SCU earn an SAT score within the range of 1150 to 1350, or an ACT score within the range of 26 to 30. An estimated 60 percent of all applicant were admitted at Santa Clara University, with 19 percent of those admitted choosing to attend.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $43,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Santa Clara University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The SCU "Broncos" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Rowing (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students should take a look at the school's http://www.scu.edu to see additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Santa Clara University offers a bachelor's degree program in sociology.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 5 |
Female | 16 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
Black | 2 |
Hispanic | 8 |
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders | 1 |
White | 8 |
Non Resident Alien | 1 |
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
Upon completion of the Sociology program at SCU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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 (
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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 admissions information below may give an overview of the students SCU accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- AP Course Credits
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Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Santa Clara University may offer services including:
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
Santa Clara University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (West Coast Conference)
- Basketball (West Coast Conference)
- Track and Field (West Coast Conference)
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Beach Volleyball