Online BA in Sociology
Program Details

Program Costs

Complete the online BA in Sociology in just four semesters, including summer, thanks to guaranteed class availability that ensures no delays in your educational journey. The bachelor’s program consists of 59 units, priced at $430 per unit with tuition discounts available for active-duty military personnel. 

Invest In Your Future: A Breakdown of Your Educational Journey's Cost

Semester	Units	Subtotal*
Fall Semester 1 - Block 1	9	$3,870
Fall Semester 1 - Block 2	7	$3,010
Spring Semester 1 - Block 1	7	$3,010
Spring Semester 1 - Block 2	8	$3,440
Summer Semester - Block 1	6	$2,580
Summer Semester - Block 2	6	$2,580
Fall Semester 2 - Block 1	8	$3,440
Fall Semester 2 - Block 2	8	$3,440
Total	59	$25,370

*Not all university semester fees are included in this table—see the comprehensive breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals are based on a sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.

Year One

Fall Semester 1 - Block 1

• SOC 311: Inequality (4)

  An examination of inequality in opportunity, educational and occupational attainment, wealth and power, and its effects on individuals, groups, and societies. Will be analyzed by interdisciplinary readings from historical and contemporary sources and analyses of computerized data comparing social indicators by gender, race, and class. Diverse perspectives on the quest for equality of different social groups.

  Units: 4

• SOC 320: Sociological Theory (4)

  Exploration of the nature of theory in sociology, and an analysis of selected social theorists.

  Units: 4

• SOC 100: Academic Success (1)

  Introduces students to, and teaches academic success in, the Sociology and Criminology & Justice Studies majors. Explores writing for the discipline(s), current faculty research, and resources on campus. Develops essential scholarly and real-world capacities such as analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, information literacy, and teamwork.

  Units: 1

Fall Semester 1 - Block 2

• SOC 360: Quantitative Research Methods (4)

  The logic of procedures of social science methodology. Range of types of methods available for various approaches to quantitative social research. Problem formulation, design, data collection, and analysis of a research project.

  Units: 4

• SPAN 101: Beginning Spanish I (3)

  An introduction to the Spanish language and Spanish-speaking cultures, with emphasis on the development of communicative skills and grammatical structures. Language laboratory practice is a mandatory component of the course.  

  Units: 3

Spring Semester 1 - Block 1

• SOC Elective (4)
  Units: 4
• SPAN 102: Beginning Spanish II (3)

  Continuation of SPAN 101. Further study of the Spanish language and Spanish-speaking cultures, with emphasis on the development of communicative skills and basic structures.

  Units: 3

 Spring Semester 1 - Block 1

• SOC 361: Qualitative Methods in Sociology (4)

  Focus on the range of qualitative methods which may include participant observation, qualitative interviewing, and textual and visual analysis. The course also considers the applicability of qualitative methods to particular research questions as well as the theoretical, ethical, and practical issues that arise in conducting qualitative research. Students will engage in qualitative research that includes intensive collection and analysis of qualitative data.

  Units: 4

• SOC Elective (4)
   Units: 4

Summer

Summer Semester 1 - Block 1

• Upper Division General Education (3)
  Units:3
• SPAN 201: Intermediate Spanish I (3)

  Continuation of Spanish language fundamentals. Emphasis on the development of the skills of reading, listening comprehension, speaking, writing, and on culture.

  Units 3:

Summer Semester 1 - Block 2

• Upper Division General Education (3)
  Units: 3
• SOC Elective (3)
   Units: 3

 

Year Two

Fall Semester 2 - Block 1

• SOC Elective (4)
  Units: 3
• SOC Elective (4)
   Units: 3
• SOC 491: Career Readiness (1)

  Explores the multi-faceted career paths for both Sociology and Criminology and Justice Majors, with resources, readings, and activities to prepare students for post-graduation employment and graduate school. Includes the exploration of diversity in culture, social structures, groups, and human interaction. Develops skills and awareness relevant to employment in the public, private sector, grassroots organizations, and social justice campaigns.

  Units: 1

 Fall Semester 2 - Block 2

• SOC 480: Capstone Seminar in Sociological Scholarship (4)

  A capstone course for majors, in which students review sociological scholarship on a topic that varies across semesters. Students will produce a written report demonstrating their mastery of key learning objectives in the major.

  Units: 4

• SOC Elective (3-4)
  Units: 3 or 4