What will I learn in a PackTeach sociology degree program?
Students who complete this PackTeach Program will earn two degrees: the Bachelor of Arts in Education/Secondary Education and the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. This program provides students with a broad background in sociology. Students who successfully complete the program are prepared to teach in secondary education, graduate school, or an immediate career in the field of social studies. This dual degree program supports the commitment of the University of Nevada Reno to provide our communities with highly qualified, diverse professional educators.
Why study secondary education and sociology at the University of Nevada, Reno?
The Department of Sociology at the University of Nevada, Reno offers you opportunities to:
- Take courses in a range of fascinating subjects from contemporary culture to race, class and gender to religion, politics and health, all from a critical sociological perspective
- Engage in research or get work experience for academic credit
- Learn from and work with our award-winning faculty
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Careers with a degree in secondary education and sociology
Sociology graduates have gone on to succeed in a variety of careers, including:
- Program evaluation research
- Domestic violence victims advocate
- Sales and marketing analyst
- Teaching in secondary education
You can afford the University of Nevada, Reno
76% of students receive financial aid
Almost everyone is eligible to receive some kind of aid. We offer need-based and merit-based forms of financial aid to help you afford college.
54% of all students graduate with no debt
That's right. More than half of our students leave the University of Nevada, Reno with no student debt.
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