Sociology Online

  • Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts
  • College of Arts & Letters
  • Department of Sociology & Criminal Justice

Degree completion

  • For students with some college credits
  • Complete at least 30 credits online from ODU

Full degree

  • A start-to-finish curriculum for students to earn a degree online from ODU
  • 120 credit hours

Our online sociology program will give you a broad foundation in sociology, covering topics such as:

  • social inequality
  • family
  • education
  • socialization
  • gender roles
  • ethnic and minority relations

You'll also have the option to add an emphasis in criminal justice. 

Exceptional students may participate in the departmental honors program. This provides students with access to advanced studies and independent work with department faculty.

When you graduate, you will earn a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in sociology.

Note: Only the Bachelor of Science is available as a full program online. However, both the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science are available as degree-completion programs, which assume you have prior college credits.

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Watch as Elizabeth Sanborn shares her inspiring journey to earning her Bachelor of Science in Sociology at ODU. With the support of ODU's online classes and dedicated faculty, Elizabeth is ready to make a difference, starting in her own community.

  • To earn a bachelor's degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. This bachelor’s program requires 120 total credit hours.

    Talk with our enrollment team to determine if you have credits that will transfer or to start an application.

  • Access course materials online from any location. Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. The instructor may schedule assignments and exams at specific times. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.

“I hope my story, my experience inspires other senior citizens who have faced obstacles to getting a degree. It can be done if you have the motivation and ambition.”  Read more about Marlan's story

 

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Marlan Henderson at Graduation
Marlan Henderson '24 Bachelor of Science in Sociology
  • In-state Virginia Residents
    $408 per credit hour*
    Out-of-State Students
    $439 per credit hour

    Active duty military students may qualify for a discounted undergraduate tuition rate.

    These tuition rates are effective Fall 2024 and subject to change. 
    * In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

    Explore ODUGlobal Cost & Aid

  • Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

    At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 
    Learn more about our scholarships.

Our sociology graduates find careers in:

  • Social services
  • Counseling
  • Social science research
  • Administrative support positions
  • Management
  • Education
  • Sales/Marketing
  • Law enforcement

Our dedicated enrollment team will guide your transition to ODUGlobal.

  • The Bachelor of Science in Sociology is available entirely online. If you’ve never taken college classes before, you'll apply to ODU as a freshman. 

    The Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science also are available online as degree-completion programs, which assume you have prior college credits for lower-division courses that can transfer to ODU. 

    Our enrollment team will help you throughout the admissions process.

  • We've partnered with the Virginia Community College System and select educational institutions to make transferring easy. By applying, you will be assured admission at ODU for the completion of your degree.

    Learn more about Guaranteed Admission to ODU