Sociology Program

The sociology program at Francis Marion 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 South Carolina colleges that offer sociology program.

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Francis Marion University

601 E River Street, Anderson, SC

Francis Marion University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Florence, South Carolina and publically funded. Enrollment at Francis Marion University exceeds four thousand per year.

Areas of study available at FMU include:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1230 - 1560 on the SAT and between 17 - 22 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to Francis Marion University. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Francis Marion University, with 33 percent of those accepted choosing to attend.

Tuition & fees at Francis Marion University vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $9,700 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 for the year. Student housing is available for students and costs around $4,100 each year. Francis Marion University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The FMU Patriots participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the school's http://www.fmarion.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Francis Marion University 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).