Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Develop your understanding of individual and group behavior and become an agent for social change. This career-defining program explores the causes of various social problems and research-based methods for solving them.
Program Overview
Here’s a high-level look at our online bachelor’s in sociology program
Prepare to positively influence change in organizations and communities with a 100 percent online Bachelor of Arts in Sociology program. This respected degree equips you with specialized knowledge and skills so you can effectively work with groups in a variety of settings.
Develop your research and critical thinking skills while learning how demographic factors such as age, race, gender and socioeconomic status influence group behavior. Explore dynamics in families, organizations and societies and gain insight into deviant behavior. Our affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition, multiple start dates and generous credit transfer policy make it convenient for you to start studying online, on your schedule.
The Williamson College of Business Administration at Youngstown State University is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).
In this bachelor in sociology program, you will learn how to:
- Identify how social structures create and reproduce different forms of social inequality in human society through specific processes
- Evaluate explanations of human behavior, social phenomena, and social processes
- Recognize key theoretical frameworks and assumptions on which the discipline is founded and differentiated from other social sciences
- Apply social scientific principles to understand the social world
- Utilize sociological knowledge and skills to engage with and impact the world around you
- Identify how social structures create and reproduce different forms of social inequality in human society through specific processes
- Evaluate explanations of human behavior, social phenomena, and social processes
- Recognize key theoretical frameworks and assumptions on which the discipline is founded and differentiated from other social sciences
- Apply social scientific principles to understand the social world
- Utilize sociological knowledge and skills to engage with and impact the world around you
- Identify how social structures create and reproduce different forms of social inequality in human society through specific processes
- Evaluate explanations of human behavior, social phenomena, and social processes
- Recognize key theoretical frameworks and assumptions on which the discipline is founded and differentiated from other social sciences
- Apply social scientific principles to understand the social world
- Utilize sociological knowledge and skills to engage with and impact the world around you
The online B.A. Sociology program prepares graduates to work in a variety of settings, including:
- Education
- Social Work
- Healthcare
- Nonprofit
- Criminal Justice
In this bachelor in sociology program, you will learn how to:
- Identify how social structures create and reproduce different forms of social inequality in human society through specific processes
- Evaluate explanations of human behavior, social phenomena, and social processes
- Recognize key theoretical frameworks and assumptions on which the discipline is founded and differentiated from other social sciences
- Apply social scientific principles to understand the social world
- Utilize sociological knowledge and skills to engage with and impact the world around you
- Identify how social structures create and reproduce different forms of social inequality in human society through specific processes
- Evaluate explanations of human behavior, social phenomena, and social processes
- Recognize key theoretical frameworks and assumptions on which the discipline is founded and differentiated from other social sciences
- Apply social scientific principles to understand the social world
- Utilize sociological knowledge and skills to engage with and impact the world around you
- Education
- Social Work
- Healthcare
- Nonprofit
- Criminal Justice
Undergrad Admission FAQs
Your questions about YSU’s online B.A. in Sociology answered. Take a look at some of our most frequently asked questions.
Tuition
Invest in your future with our online sociology B.A.
Expand your opportunities with a high-value online sociology degree program with affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition.
Tuition breakdown:
*In-state tuition.
Note: No payment plans are available for accelerated online students.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State | In-State | Out-of-State | |
| B.A. in Sociology | $460 | $465 | $1,380 | $1,395 |
Calendar
Keep these key dates and deadlines in mind
This Youngstown State University program features an accelerated online format optimized for flexibility and convenience. Review upcoming start dates and other important deadlines below.
Next Start & Application Due Dates:
| First Starts | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/6/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/23/24 | 1/1/25 | 1/3/25 | 2/16/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/5/25 | 3/7/25 | 4/20/25 |
| Summer 1 | 5/12/25 | 4/21/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/7/25 | 5/9/25 | 6/22/25 |
| Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 6/9/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/25/25 | 6/27/25 | 8/9/25 |
| Fall 1 | 8/25/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/11/25 | 8/20/25 | 8/22/25 | 10/12/25 |
| Fall 2 | 10/20/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/6/25 | 10/15/25 | 10/17/25 | 12/7/25 |
Admissions
Start your journey to an online bachelor’s in sociology
To be admitted to a YSU online undergraduate program, you must meet specific requirements. Please read the admission guidelines for the B.A. in Sociology online program to ensure you qualify.
Online application
Official transcripts
from all institutions previously attended
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Online application
Official transcriptsfrom all institutions previously attended
Minimum 2.0 GPA
Applying at Youngstown State University is a simple 3-step process and is the first step toward earning your online B.A. in Sociology degree from Youngstown State University. The admission information below will detail what’s required, what additional materials you need and where you should send them. Review the Program Map to determine eligibility of this program in your state.
Admission Requirements
- Must be at least 25 years of age at time of enrollment
- If you are under 25, you still qualify for this program and other undergraduate programs. Visit the Online Degree Programs Page for more information.
- Have a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
- Be in good standing at the previously attended school
Application Submission Requirements
- Complete undergraduate admission application
- Pay $45 application fee (waived if you are an active duty/veteran military member)
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Official Transcripts
Transcripts must be mailed from the granting institution or sent electronically through a secure server vendor.
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Transfer Credits and PLA
Youngstown State recognizes that your journey to this point may not be a straight path. You may have credits from other institutions, along with certifications and experience that also may qualify for earned credits. Upon admission, Youngstown State’s advisors will work with you to maximize your credits earned to shorten the path to earning your degree. For additional information on the Youngstown State credit transfer and prior learning assessment (PLA) policies, please see the Undergrad FAQ page.
Courses
Here’s what you will study in our online sociology degree program
For the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology online, you must complete 120 credit hours. If you have credits from other institutions, certifications and/or relevant experience, you may qualify for earned credits. A YSU advisor will help you determine your total credits earned upon admission.
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*Price includes in-state tuition and fees. For students from outside Ohio, tuition and fees total $465 per credit hour.
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