Program Overview
Studying Sociology at Niagara will provide you with the opportunity to study closely under faculty while acquiring the skills and experience you need to graduate into a successful career. You can major or minor in Sociology at NU, or pursue a minor in Inequality, Race, and Justice.
Our program introduces you into a broader understanding of sociology, which is foundational to the social sciences and immensely practical in a changing world, and helps you see the interconnections that shape our lives. We will prepare you for any path you choose to pursue, whether you want to utilize your skills in law or business, conduct research, enter non-profit and community work, or go onto graduate school. We aim to hone the skills you’ll need to suit your interests
Flexibility
You can focus on the course of study that speaks to you personally while working with advisors for tailored guidance about your education and career path.
Expert Instruction and Research
Our faculty are skilled researchers and experienced instructors, guiding you through a rigorous curriculum while providing opportunities for collaborative work.
Experiential Learning
We help students obtain internship opportunities with local organizations, tailor senior Capstone experiences, and open the doors for faculty-student collaborative research.
In the beginning of my journey here at Niagara, I had no idea what I wanted to study. Luckily, through resources on campus, I took a leap of faith and chose sociology. Choosing this major has enriched my academic life tremendously and the professors are always ready to help you in any way possible.Roelissa Bedgood, ’21
Discovery Awaits
What You’ll Study at Niagara University
Sociology is the study of society, so we hope you’re interested in just about anything that groups of people engage in. By taking sociology courses, you will learn about race, ethnicity, gender, social class, sexuality, deviance, culture, subcultures, work, families, social change, and much more. It is a discipline with great possibilities and few limitations.
Methods and perspectives held by sociologists are central to the social sciences as a whole. By majoring in sociology, you may not become a sociologist, but you will learn to see the world in a different light. Your education in this discipline will be deeply engaging, and will inform the decisions you make in everyday life, both large and small.
Find Your Best Self
Knowledge, Experience, and Skill Development
Write clearly, read, and understand difficult texts
Communicate effectively
Think critically
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Pursuing a minor can enhance your academic experience and broaden your expertise beyond your major field of study. The minor coursework is designed to provide foundational knowledge and specialized skills to diversity your academic credentials and future opportunities. Explore coursework for a minor in this program!
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Academic, Experiential, and Career Pathways
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