Why study sociology at the Sanford School?
Why study Sociology at ASU?
Social interaction shapes our world. It sits at the root of decision-making – from individual to collective – and influences the power structures and environments that determine whether humanity can thrive.
When you pursue a degree in sociology from the T. Denny Sanford School of Social and Family Dynamics, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the science of human interaction and its direct, real-world consequences.
Quick facts
Total sociology classes: 112
Total sociology faculty: 20
Total sociology degrees awarded, Spring 2023: 721
Alumni perspectives
How can I use Sociology?
Drawing wisdom from a broad variety of fields, sociology helps you understand the driving forces behind decisions and how they impact society. This knowledge is applicable to virtually every field of study and will help you make a positive difference in people’s lives.
Common career paths:
- Higher education research, teaching
- Education, K-12
- Research
- Advocacy, organizing
- Social statistics
- Program analysis
- Demography
- Public administration
- Policy analysis
- Program development
- Urban/City planning
- Federal Government:
- There are over 170 federal departments and agencies. See gogovernment.org
- State and local governments
- Social science research firms
Immerse yourself in engaging and topical courses
- Technology and Society
- Gender and Society
- The Sociology of Deviance
- Violence and Society
- Women and Health
- Race, Medicine, and the Body
- Migration and Society
- Law and Society
- Latinx Children, Youth and Families
Research opportunities
Justice Futures
Justice Futures seeks to imagine and make real more just and accessible legal pathways for everyday Americans.
Arizona Youth and Identity Project
The Arizona Youth Identity Project (AZYIP) examines how U.S.-born young adults in Arizona perceive their identity and status as Americans. Using mixed qualitative methods, AZYIP focuses on who, how, where and why U.S.-born young adults of diverse backgrounds reimagine, reclaim, rearticulate, and reconstitute national belonging.
Internships
Internships are a great way to earn college credit while developing skills for the global workforce. If you want to enhance your resume with on-the-job experience, apply for an internship in your field of study.