Sociology, B.S.

Yi-Hsuan Chelsea Kuo, Ph.D., Program Director
914-674-7649
CKuo@mercy.edu

As of January 2026, this academic program will be discontinued and is no longer accepting applications from new students. Students currently enrolled in the program will not be disrupted and will be supported through the completion of their degree. Students should contact their individual PACT mentor with any questions.

Bachelor of Science

General Liberal Arts and Sciences
General Education Requirements	60 credits

Major Concentration
Sociology	36 credits
Open Electives	24 credits
Total	120 credits

Students who choose the major concentration in sociology must complete:

SOCL 226 - Data Management in Behavioral Science
SOCL 255 - Managing Human Conflict I
SOCL 249 - Race, Culture & Ethnicity
SOCL 348 - Methodology Soc/Beh Sciences
SOCL 370 - Stats Socl/Behv Sciences
SOCL 426 - Classics Socl/Beh Sciences
Plus six major elective courses in sociology numbered 200 and above selected under advisement.

Note(s)

There is an 18-credit residency requirement in the major concentration of sociology.

SOCL 101 is a Prerequisite for the major courses in Sociology and fulfills part of the General Education requirement.

SOCL 399 Internship Soc/Beh Sciences is recommended.

Students may also participate in the CASAC-T Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Standardized 350-Hour Education and Training Program.