Sociology, B.A. in
Have you ever wondered why people express emotions the way they do? Or what powers an angry mob? Then sociology is for you! The Bachelor of Arts in Sociology focuses on the study of society, social life, social change, and human behavior. You’ll begin to understand the influence of social forces on human development and decision making, why societies can change in some ways while remaining the same in others, and the causes and effects of social power and inequality. Courses in the program examine everything from the influence of politics and the economy to socialization, class, family, and mass media. Students develop a foundation in both quantitative and qualitative research methods as well as classical and contemporary theories for investigating the social world. Students in the sociology program also have opportunities for real-world experience through participation in original research and data analysis, experiential learning, community engagement, internships, and study abroad. Because sociology uses an interdisciplinary approach, our program prepares students for work and further studies in areas such as education, public policy, social and human services, criminal justice and victim advocacy, urban affairs, community organizing, legal and health professions, social science research, and more.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
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PSW Opportunity
3 Years PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Arrange for official (translated) transcripts and exam results to be sent to the Office of Admissions.
If in English, transcripts/exam results should be sent directly by your school to the Office of Admissions. Official translations would also need to be sent to the Office of Admissions if transcripts/exam results are not in English. Test results - IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, ACT, or Duolingo need to be sent directly by the testing agency to the Office of Admissions.
Proof of English language proficiency via one of the following options:
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Applicants must score a minimum of 80 on the internet based test (ibt) or a minimum of 550 on the written test. SAT or ACT scores can also be submitted and will be considered as a supplement to the TOEFL. The TOEFL institution code for West Chester University is 2659.
IELTS (International English Language Testing Service)
Applicants must receive an overall IELTS score at band 6.0 or above, and minimum scores of 6.0 for speaking, listening, reading and writing are preferred.
Duolingo
Applicants must receive an overall Duolingo score of 105 or above.
Completion of ELS Level 112
WCU is proud to partner with ELS Language Centers to offer conditional admission to eligible students. Once ELS Level 112 is successfully completed, enrollment at WCU as a degree-seeking student is possible.
Applicants who have taken the SAT or ACT must arrange for official scores to be sent to the Office of Admissions.
Attention Education Majors: In order to become certified as a teacher in Pennsylvania, you must be a US citizen or US permanent resident.
*It is the applicant's responsibility to supply the Office of Admissions with the necessary documents to complete their application. The Office of Admissions reserves the right to withdraw an application if the required information is not received.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
77160 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 45 USD
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