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What will I learn in a sociology degree program?
Students who pursue a degree in sociology will gain an in-depth understanding of human societies and how they develop, are maintained and change. Sociology analyzes a range of human social behavior from social interactions between individuals to global social processes, often focusing on the causes and consequences of social inequalities. Areas of sociological interest include gender, race, social class, culture, deviance, education, families, globalization, health, justice, media, politics, religion, well-being, work, sexualities and more.
Why study sociology at the University of Nevada, Reno?
The Department of Sociology has a dynamic faculty who teach a variety of engaging courses and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research and professional development. Students who graduate with a degree in sociology at UNR pursue post-graduate education in a variety of fields or begin exciting careers right out of college.
Areas of emphasis in the sociology program
The Department of Sociology at the University of Nevada, Reno also offers a minor in sociology, as well as a minor in social research methods and applied statistics.
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Careers with a degree in sociology
Sociology majors in the College of Liberal Arts have the opportunity to complete an internship for course credit. The Department of Sociology works with a number of local and national organizations providing both paid and unpaid internships for students. Local organizations where students are frequently placed for professional training include:
- Children’s Cabinet of Reno
- Food Bank of Northern Nevada
- Latino Research Center
- Nevada Humane Society
- Reno Buddhist Center
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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