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ACCEPTANCE RATE

67.30%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

97%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

16:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

10

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$16,130

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Sociology Program

The sociology program at University of Vermont 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 Vermont colleges that offer sociology program.

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University of Vermont (UVM)

124 Admin Drive, Randolph, VT

UVM is a public institution located in Burlington, Vermont and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of Vermont. Approximately fourteen thousand students are enrolled annually at UVM.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

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

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to University of Vermont. A score between 1630 - 1920 on the SAT, or 24 - 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school has an admissions rate of 75% of which only 14% decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $16,000, while nonresidents pay $38,000 for the year. Student housing is available for students and costs approximately $7,100 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The mascot for University of Vermont is the "Catamounts", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AAA)

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

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Vermont offers a bachelor's degree program in sociology.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male11
Female17

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black1
Hispanic4
White21
Multiple Races2

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

Students who have completed the Sociology program at UVM, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants University of Vermont accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, University of Vermont may provide services like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of Vermont is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (America East)
  • Track and Field (America East)
  • Field Hockey
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Skiing
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and Diving