Sociology Program

The sociology program at SUNY College at Cortland 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 New York colleges that offer sociology program.

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SUNY College at Cortland

Also known as SUNY Cortland

1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY

SUNY College at Cortland is a public institution located in Cortland, NY and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. SUNY College at Cortland has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 7,400.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs SUNY College at Cortland offers:

• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Social Sciences
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Very common exam scores among students accepted to this school are in the range of 20 - 24 for the ACT exam, or 990 - 1150 on the SAT exam. An estimated 40 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 24 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at www.cortland.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $7,200 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $17,000 per year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $7,400. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

This school offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs offered, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.cortland.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

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