The foundation of the Department of Sociology undergraduate program is built around five required sociology courses: a 100-level Introduction to Sociology or Social Problems course; two 400-level research methods and statistical analysis courses; and two 400-level social theory courses (classical and modern social theory). In addition to fulfilling these core requirements, students are also required to complete an additional 19 credits in sociology, chosen from the broad range of classes offered. In addition, all sociology majors must maintain a GPA of 2.50 in all sociology courses taken after completion of their first 12 credits in sociology. Students are also required to broaden their sociology curriculum with an additional 24 credits that are in related areas and selected in consultation with the students advisor. Students also have the option of taking an Internship or an Independent Study, although they must have written consent of the instructor and have earned 9 credits in sociology courses.

The undergraduate sociology curriculum is designed to provide students with a rigorous and meaningful sociological experience. The core theory and methods course curriculum is sequenced, allowing students to build upon and expand their knowledge in a coherent and systematic fashion.Other sociology courses provide students with a rigorous and demanding examination of major areas within sociology--in particular, the department's key substantive areas include: sociology of work and leisure; aging studies, race and ethnic relations, gender studies, crime and juvenile delinquency, urban studies, and sociology of medicine, health, and mental illness.

The department offers a capstone course to give sociology majors are provided with the opportunity to synthesize their learning by using social theory, research methods, and substantive course materials to conduct an original project on the topic of their choice. Sociology faculty typically require coursework that requires students to complete library-based research projects and internet projects. In addition, a number of faculty are now providing students with course web sites designed as skill-driven pedagogical tools. We are committed to meeting community and regional needs, increase diversity, and enhance our national reputation. Sociology 101 and 102, Introduction to Sociology and Social Problems, can be used to satisfy the university's core requirement in the social sciences. Although these courses service both majors and non-majors, instructors offering this course maintain quality and rigor.