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Sociology


1 Associate Degree Core Curriculum
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Sociology is the scientific study of human society,​ including ways in which groups, social institutions, and individuals affect each other. Sociology courses may include an introductory to sociology, social problems, marriage and the family, human sexuality, minority studies, social psychology, criminology, and drug use and abuse.

Sociology courses are listed under the four-letter rubrics (course prefixes)  SOCI and SOCW.

Sociology at a Glance

1 Degrees

2 years to complete1

$5,940 tuition2

  • Brookhaven
  • Cedar Valley
  • Eastfield
  • El Centro
  • Mountain View
  • North Lake
  • Richland3

What Can I Study?

I Want to Go to Work

  • Associate Degrees

Can I Get a Job?

Dallas College offers a variety of certificates and degrees to help you gain the skills you need to start working right away.

  • These credentials are often considered Career and Technical Education (CTE).
  • These credentials are established with the assistance and cooperation of representatives from local business, to meet local and regional employment needs.
  • Higher level certificates and degrees will typically lead to a higher salary in the workforce.
  • Workforce (CE) Certificates can often be completed faster than traditional credit certificates but typically do not offer college credit.
  • Level 1, Level 2, Enhanced Skills certificates and others, offer college credit and are often stackable to help you build skills as you work towards an Associate Degree.
  • Workforce credentials may give you college credit at Dallas College, but they may not transfer to other colleges or universities.

If you're unsure if this is the right path for you, you can talk to a Pathway Specialist for advice.

Pathway Specialist

“The most important things I learned in Eastfield’s Social Work program was integrity and making sure that you have good follow-through as well as the importance of the social work code of ethics — you rely on these ethics as a social worker.” Read Verna L. Jones, M.S.W.'s story.
Vera L. Jones
Verna L. Jones, M.S.W.
Executive Director Under 1 Roof

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1Length of time is based on catalog degree plans. Prerequisites may be required, which are not included in this estimate. For most programs, full-time student status is assumed, a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester.

2Cost is based on tuition rates for program hours for Dallas County residents. The price of most required learning materials (books, software, supplies, etc.) is included with the price of tuition. Visit our Paying for College site to learn more about cost, financial aid, scholarships and more.

3Each location offers a unique combination of certificate and degree options. Not all degree and certificate offerings are available for admission/start at all campuses every semester.

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Updated September 11, 2025