Sociology majors at Lewis University study social life, social change and diverse communities and their interactions. You will use scientific methods to find answers to complex social questions. Studying sociology can help foster your creativity, innovation, as well as your critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills. You will participate in thoughtful debates in the classroom and have opportunities for community engagement and research outside the classroom.
Sociology majors use their studies in order to transform the social world. By developing an understanding of race, gender, social class, social inequalities, culture, economic and political systems, social policies, the legal and criminal justice systems, media, education, and families, you will be equipped with the tools needed to make sense of the shifting social world and contribute solutions to difficult social problems.
Your studies are uniquely suited to help you develop the skills you need for a successful 21st-century career. Given the breadth, adaptability, and utility of studying sociology, employment opportunities abound for graduates who have a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. The American Sociological Association identifies important employment sectors for Sociology students.
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Expected November 2025
Start date
January 2025
College of Education and Social Sciences
Lewis University,
One University Parkway,
ROMEOVILLE,
Illinois,
60446, United States
Applicants must have graduated from an approved high school with a combination of grade point average, class rank, and ACT or SAT score which indicates a strong likelihood of success in university studies.
Applicants must have accumulated 18 high school units. Three of those units should be in English; the remaining 15 units should be chosen from a college preparatory curriculum.
English Proficiency Exams
IELTS - Minimum 6.5; TOEFL IBT - Minimum 79; PTE-A - Minimum 52; Duolingo Academic - Minimum 105.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Lewis University places a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning with small class sizes and a personalized teaching approach.