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Understand Social Forces
The Sociology, B.A. at Miami University is an interdisciplinary program that helps students explore human behavior, institutions, and inequalities through a sociological lens. As a sociology major, you’ll gain tools to analyze social trends, interpret data, and apply critical thinking to real-world issues—from crime and race to public policy and globalization.
This bachelor of arts in sociology offers a flexible, customizable curriculum with engaging sociology courses in areas like economy and society, health, law, and education. Whether you’re drawn to sociology studies in culture, inequality, or policy, you’ll learn research methods and theory through both classroom learning and community-based experiences.
Curriculum and Courses
The B.A. in Sociology at Miami University offers a flexible, broad-based curriculum ideal for students exploring a wide range of social issues. This sociology undergraduate program emphasizes exposure over specialization, allowing students to explore key areas through courses in theory, methods, inequality, culture, and institutions.
Core Miami University sociology courses include research methods, statistics, and applied electives—giving students a clear understanding of what a sociology class consists of. This structure supports future careers in business, government, or nonprofits, as well as graduate study in sociology programs of study or related fields.
- STA 261 – Statistics
- SOC 292 – Research Methods
- SOC 372 – Social Stratification
- SOC 412 – Sociology of Law
- SOC/GTY 318 – Social Forces and Aging
Additional Opportunities
Engage in Research
Through undergraduate research, sociology students apply theory and methods to explore complex social questions.
Alpha Kappa Delta Honor Society
Joining Alpha Kappa Delta honors academic excellence, commitment to sociology, and dedication to understanding social life.
Explore Career Resources
Career resources like USAJobs and the Partnership for Public Service connect sociology students to public service and policy careers.
I decided to take an introductory sociology class through the Miami Plan and I immediately thought ‘wow, I want to do this.’ I’d never thought about life in the way sociology makes you consider it.
Shelby Frye ’20
Facts and Stats
Your college experience here will be one of the most exciting times of your life. To make sure of this, we’ll provide you with a powerful support system.
First-to-second year retention
Miami University Data
Among Public Universities in the United States for Four-Year Graduation Rate
The Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac
Public university in the U.S. for long-term career success
LinkedIn Best Colleges 2025
Admission and Aid
Explore what it means to be a college student at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where students prepare to go anywhere and everywhere. We’ll be here to help every step of the way as you prepare for college admission, enrollment, and success.
Contact Us
Undergraduate Admission
513-529-2531
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Department of Sociology and Gerontology
Ryan Gunderson, Ph.D.
Lead Departmental Advisor
Upham Hall 375
100 Bishop Circle
Oxford, Ohio 45056
[email protected]
513-529-1671