Sociology

100% Online Bachelor of Science Degree

ETSU Online

Explore Society

Sociology is the study of people interacting with others individually, in social groups, and in social systems. This discipline is extremely diverse, including areas like: community, religion, sociological theory, collective behavior, environment, health, demography and aging, and much more. Students leave equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate contemporary societal challenges and to help build more equitable and inclusive communities. 

A Versatile Degree

Students have the opportunity to explore the complexities of human society, culture, and behavior.

Imagine gaining skills to:

  • analyze the dynamics of a hostile mob  
  • track patterns in corporate downsizing 
  • explore how people express emotions
  • study the effects of cultural difference on problems of peace and war
  • show people alternatives to drugs or violence
  • help a refugee family
  • and many more... 

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology – Program information including curriculum and graduation requirements can be found in the B.A. Sociology entry of the ETSU Undergraduate Catalog.

Bachelor of Science in Sociology – Program information including curriculum and graduation requirements can be found in the B.S. Sociology entry of the ETSU Undergraduate Catalog.

For students wanting an in-person program, please visit the Department of Sociology & Anthropology's program page.

Make an Impact

Students will be taught, from a global perspective, the technical and analytical skills needed to succeed in a variety of careers.

  • Career Outlook and Income Trends

    Career areas may include:

    • social and public services (community health worker, child health specialist, etc.)
    • program support
    • management
    • education
    • marketing research or social science research

 

What Others Are Saying

 

 

Student Spotlight

Amy Helmendach, sociology student, stands in front of a navy wall.

"ETSU’s online sociology program offers me the flexibility I need while fostering my educational growth and goals through its devoted faculty. I immediately felt accepted and knew ETSU was the school for me."

Amy Helmendach, Sociology Student

Steps to Apply

  • Step 1 - Create your ETSU Application Account

    Step 1   Create your ETSU Application Account by choosing the "Sign Up" option

    Create your ETSU Application Account

  • Step 2 - Sign into the ETSU Application Portal

    Step 2  Sign in to the ETSU Application Portal and select "Start a New Application"

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  • Step 3 - Complete the Remaining Fields

    Step 3   Choose "Undergraduate," select your student type, select your start term, then choose  Sociology and complete the remainder of the form.

    select domestic/international

    select certificate

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Cost

TN Residents *GA, KY, NC, SC, VA *Other USA States  eRate (Out of State, 100% online) All International
$464 per credit hour $493 per credit hour $599 per credit hour $532.50 per credit hour $1,225 per credit hour

The costs associated with attending ETSU can include both direct and indirect costs. Please review ETSU's Cost of Attendance for more details.

- Tuition discounts are available for border county students.
- Additional fees may be required.
- Visit the Paying for College page to read more about costs and financial aid options. Students may also use theTuition and Fees estimator.
- The information presented in the Tuition and Fees estimator is only an estimate; it is not an actual statement of costs
- *First-Time Freshman and Transfer Students only. Currently enrolled students should visit the tuition and fees charts if considering a major change.