About Sociology Major in Ball State University

Are you a researcher? An activist? A born leader? A bachelor's degree in sociology from Ball State prepares you for a career dedicated to improving society and making an impact on the world.

Sociology is the study of the development, structure, interaction, and collective behavior of organized groups of human beings. Through research, data analysis and study of conventional social standards and societal norms, you’ll be immersed in a well-rounded program that prepares you for graduate study or for a career in fields that involve investigative skills and working with diverse groups.

You’ll start with our required foundation of research, theory, statistics, and knowledge, which prepares you to venture out on your own in exploring electives on the topics that fascinate you most.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Applicants must have passed high school

English language requirements 

• IELTS : 6.5
• TOEFL IBT: 79
• PTE : 53

Ball State University Cost of Attendance

Applicants seeking admission to Ball State University can plan their finances by estimating the cost of the institute's undergraduate and graduate programmes using the information provided below.