Have you ever wondered what shapes the world around you, why things are the way they are and how things could be different? If you’re ready to challenge assumptions, spark change and understand the forces that shape our lives, sociology may be the perfect path for you!
The world isn't just a collection of individuals – it’s a complex web of patterns, power dynamics and shared stories. Sociology invites you to look deeper and uncover the patterns that connect people, communities and institutions. It’s more than a field of study. It’s a lens that transforms how you see society and your place within it.
By majoring in sociology, you’ll explore powerful questions: Why do inequalities persist? How do cultures evolve? What drives social change?
In sociology, you can explore a wide range of subjects that help you understand how people, groups and societies interact. Some of these areas include:
If you're interested in majoring in sociology, you should select AACC’s Transfer Studies degree with a concentration in sociology (SOC).
At AACC, you'll complete:
The degree will prepare you to transfer to a four-year institution. We strongly encourage you to meet with an advisor and/or our discipline expert, Gina M. Finelli, Ph.D., to structure your AACC studies to meet your specific transfer goals.
The Transfer Studies, A.A. allows you to explore different subjects or concentrate on a specific course plan that will best meet your in-state (and even some out-of-state) transfer goals. This option is particularly good if you are undecided in your ultimate career direction, not sure where you'd like to eventually transfer or just looking to complete general education requirements while "testing the waters" of a particular major. No matter what brings you to Transfer Studies, the result is a well-rounded associate degree preparing you for further studies and successful career.
If you decide to earn your A.A. degree in transfer studies with a concentration in sociology, you can transfer to complete your four-year degree. We have partnerships and transfer agreements in place with many colleges and universities so you can easily transfer when you're ready.
You can also work with a transfer advisor to set up a specific plan to transfer to the four-year school of your choice.
Paying for college should be simple! Scholarships are available to help you prepare for your career in psychology:
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“Talking about sports, music, TV and movies gives us the opportunity to delve deeply into the course material, while at the same time keeping up an engaging discussion that creates a bridge between life outside of the classroom and our learning within.”
Taka Ono's career in sociology began with an interest in a group of people long discriminated against in his home country of Japan. Ono wanted to better understand the roots of contemporary prejudice against this group that was once considered an “untouchable” class of people. His sociology studies helped him do that.