Sociology Program

The sociology program at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer sociology program.

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Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania (Ship)

200 Sterling Ave, Sharon, PA

Ship is a public institution that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately eight thousand students are enrolled per year at Ship.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania offers:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Security And Protective Services
• Communications And Journalism

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by the admissions committee. Very common exam scores among students admitted to Ship are within the range of 17 to 22 for the ACT exam, or 1300 to 1580 on the SAT. Approximately 80 percent of all students that applied were accepted at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, with 32 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at ship.edu.

Tuition & fees at Ship vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs around $9,700 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $20,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is about $4,400 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Ship through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Sports available may include:

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

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.ship.edu/ to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania 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).