Sociology Program

The sociology program at Westminster College – Salt Lake City 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 Utah colleges that offer sociology program.

Learn more by requesting information now!

Westminster College – Salt Lake City (Westminster)

3850 Dixon Parkway Dr. Dept. 1031, Ogden, UT

Westminster College provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Salt Lake City, Utah and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Westminster College is nearly three thousand per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• English Language And Literature
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 988 - 1240 on the SAT, or 22 - 27 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 68% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 22% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found by visiting the WC website.

The cost of tuition is close to $30,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $4,800. Students enrolled at Westminster College may be eligible for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Westminster College Griffins participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Available sports offered:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.westminstercollege.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

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