This department offers majors in sociology and social work. Minors in sociology, family studies, socio-economic development, and justice, peace, and conflict studies are offered to supplement various majors. A strong international and American cross-cultural perspective is provided in the curriculum.
Many students find it useful to broaden their major preparation by adding a minor.
The social work program will not give students adacemic credit for work in the profession or life experience in lieu of specific courses or the social work practicum.