Sociology Program

The sociology program at Minot State 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 North Dakota colleges that offer sociology program.

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Minot State University

330 Third Street NE, Mayville, ND

MSU provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Minot, ND and publically funded. Minot State University has an annual student enrollment of around 3,900.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Security And Protective Services
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

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 studied by the admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Minot State University earn an SAT score in a range of 830 - 1020, or an ACT composite score within the range of 19 - 24. This school has an admissions rate of about 58% of which only 69% decided to enroll. More information regarding Minot admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $6,300 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to understand their costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $2,100. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Minot State University is the "Beavers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)

Contact information, admission forms, programs offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.minotstateu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

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