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USA, Nebraska
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1908
Total Students: 15,328 +
Int. Students: 458 +
Main Campus Address
6001 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68182, United States
There are many reasons to major in sociology. The primary reasons are intellectual (intriguing course content and skill development) and practical (many diverse potential career options). A major in sociology should appeal to both the careerist and the idealist.
Intellectual reasons to study Sociology:
On the intellectual side, and most importantly, sociology is about understanding "the big picture." Sociologists try to understand both broad and narrow social phenomena, issues and problems, and in doing so, they integrate the findings of other social science disciplines. Sociology integrates the findings of economics, political science, psychology and history. Rather than viewing our world only through one lens, sociologists view the world though lenses that combine these diverse perspectives. In addition, in sociology one can study many of the substantive topics that the others social sciences examine. Thus, the fields of ethnic studies, gender and cultural studies build on important sociological traditions and findings.
In sociology, you can:
Families & Inequality Concentrations
Families are the basic building block of most societies. This concentration allows students to analyze contemporary families from a sociological perspective, including topics such as family structure, the functions of the family as an institution, family comparisons across culture and time, and difficulties faced by families in contemporary society will also be explored. Courses also explore the problems and issues faced by contemporary American families, such as racism and sexism; the challenges of childhood and adolescence; divorce and remarriage; work and family conflict; and family violence.
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
10 Days
Full-Time
48 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2024 | Closed | |
jan 2025 | Closed | |
may 2024 | Closed | |
aug 2024 | Closed | |
may 2025 | Not Available | |
aug 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 20,469
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
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