Sociology B.S.
Develop Insights into Social Processes that Shape Lives
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from University of Houston-Clear Lake's
College of Human Sciences and Humanities puts you on the path to exploring solutions
to some of society’s greatest challenges. You will gain valuable perspective from a faculty that specializes in areas including family sociology, medical sociology, immigration,
religion, race and ethnic relations, and conflict resolution. Prepare to think abstractly,
gather research and apply insights, organize and present information, and resolve
conflict.
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Tap your Potential to Create Change
A Bachelor of Science in Sociology from UHCL provides a solid foundation for entrance
into a number of professions, including business, social services, public relations,
education, nonprofit organizations, human resources and law. Our faculty members specialize
in sociology of the family, immigration, medical sociology, race and ethnic relations,
religion, social inequality, complex organizations and nonprofit organizations, and
conflict resolution. As an undergraduate sociology student, you can acquire needed
insights into the social issues that influence the way people work at all levels in
the community and in the operation of organizations and corporations.
To help you further organize your coursework and career focus, you can opt to choose
from the following concentrations:
- Criminology
- Diversity
- Family Sociology
- Health and Medicine
- Legal Studies
- Urban Studies
- Women's Studies
- Work and Occupations
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Admission Requirements
So, have we convinced you that University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Human Science and Humanities is the next step in your pursuit of academic success? Learn what it takes to be admitted to help you reach your educational goals.
- How to Apply as a Freshman Student
- How to Apply as a Transfer Student
- How to Apply as an International Student
Degree Requirements
Understanding the classes you need to take for your degree at University of Houston-Clear Lake is crucial to planning out your education. The buttons below will allow you to view the full degree requirements and give you an understanding of your academic experience. If you are currently attending a community college in Texas, click on the "Transfer Guide" button to view what classes can be taken at your local community college, and transferred to UHCL to complete your degree.
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Deadlines for Applying
- Freshman Deadlines
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Fall
Priority - July 15
Final - August 1 -
Spring
Priority - November 1
Final - December 1 -
Summer
Priority - March 1
Final (Summer Session I & II) - May 1
- Transfer Deadlines
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Summer 2024Priority - May 1
Summer I Final - May 22
Summer II Final - June 28 -
Fall 2024Priority - August 1
Final - August 12
Returning UHCL Students - August 14 -
Spring 2025Priority - December 1
Final - January 6
Returning UHCL Students - January 8
- International Deadlines
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Fall
Priority Deadline - May 1
Extended Deadline - June 1 -
Spring
Deadline - October 1
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Summer*
Deadline - April 1
For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.
Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
UHCL Online
Bayou Building, Room 1406
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-212-1611
Make the most of a hectic schedule and study from home or the office through UHCL Online, offering the same level of excellence for more than 20 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs.
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Sociology B.S. Faculty
Jennifer Arney Cuevas
Professor of Sociology,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3441
Email: Arney@UHCL.edu
Office: Bayou 2121
Stephen Cherry
Professor of Sociology,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3434
Email: cherry@uhcl.edu
Office: B2233
Amy Lucas
Associate Professor of Sociology,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3413
Email: Lucas@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou 2121.04
Michael McMullen
Professor of Sociology,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3435
Email: McMullen@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou 2617.13