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Minor in Sociology

DegreeUndergraduate
FieldSociology
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Cost & earnings at Purdue University Northwest What students borrow here, and what they go on to earn

You borrow $21,229 median federal debt
You repay $241/mo over 10 years
Graduates earn $48,318 10 yrs after entry
Debt clears in 2.4 yrs of the salary premium
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Sociology graduates earn a median $31,443 Across 995 US programmes, two years after finishing

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The Minor in Sociology introduces students to the sociological perspective on society and human behavior, applicable across family, work, politics, technology, the environment and more. It is designed to complement any major and allows flexible course selection so students can tailor the minor toward their interests.

What you'll study

Students develop a general understanding of sociological perspectives on social life and behavior. Course options are flexible so you can shape the minor to match your specific interests; topics of study can touch on family, work and business, politics, interpersonal relationships, technology, the environment, recreation, and conflict among others. Some courses available for the minor also fulfill requirements in other majors and minors.

Entry requirements

The source material does not list specific admission or prerequisite requirements for the minor. Generally, minors are pursued by enrolled undergraduates and coordinated with your home department or academic advisor.

Career prospects

The minor provides sociological knowledge and analytical perspectives useful across many fields. Paired with a primary major, it can strengthen preparation for careers involving human services, business contexts, policy, research support, community work, or any role that benefits from understanding social behavior and institutions.

Scholarships & funding angle

No programme-specific funding details are provided in the source. Students interested in financial support should consult university-wide scholarship offices and their college for applicable awards, as well as explore funding tied to their primary major or general undergraduate scholarships.

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