Why Study Sociology at Geneseo

Sociology is the study of the social processes that shape how people live, interact, and organize their communities. From everyday routines to larger issues such as inequality, law, and health care, sociology helps us understand the forces that structure society and influence individual lives. At Geneseo, students represent a wide range of interests and reasons for pursuing the major or minor in Sociology. Along the way, students gain skills and knowledge through small, discussion-based classes, guided by close faculty mentorship, and by applying theory to practice through research and internships. 

Graduates pursue a wide range of paths:  some continue to law, public policy, social work, healthcare, and other graduate programs, while more than 80% of majors and minors enter meaningful and well-paying positions within six months in areas such as human resources, marketing, business, and case management.
 

About Us

Our mission is to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to understand the social world and to use that understanding to make a positive impact.

Program highlights include:

• Opportunities to conduct research with faculty through the Sociology Research Center
• Active student organizations, including the Sociology Club
• Recognition through Alpha Kappa Delta, the international sociology honor society
• Department events that connect students with faculty, alumni, and the wider community
• Academic internships that develop professional expertise and strengthen career readiness
• A strong record of graduate school preparation and career placement, with over 80 percent of students employed or pursuing advanced study within six months of graduation