American Sociological Association:Undergraduate Resources

What is Sociology?: Imagine having the ability to analyze the dynamics of a hostile mob, track patterns in corporate downsizing, explore how people express emotions, or study the effects of cultural difference on problems of peace and war. Sociology is the scientific study of social life. It is the exploration of social change and a lens into the complexity of the causes and consequences of human behavior.

Majoring in Sociology

Majoring in Sociology
Thinking about majoring in Sociology? Find out what kinds of marketable job skills do sociology majors gain? Where are recent graduates working?

Navigating the Sociology Major (PDF)
This article by Stephen Sweet and James Rothenberg discusses topics such as strategic course selection, the value of research and internships, careers, graduate school and much more.

ASA Quick Style Guide (PDF)
This 2-page PDF gives you all the basics for including proper citations and references in your written work.

Sociology Club Guide (PDF)
Get some great ideas for starting a Sociology Club on your campus.

Sociology: A 21st Century Major
This brochure answers the question ‘What is sociology?” and includes quotes from students about why they chose to major in sociology. It also includes a list of specific employable skills that students gain by studying sociology, and quotes from recent graduates about the jobs they got after graduation.

Educational and Professional Development

Career Resources for Undergraduates
Find out more about getting a job with an undergraduate degree in Sociology

Honors Program

Student Membership
Become a student member of the ASA. Join or renew ASA Student Membership

Student Forum
Meet and interact with other sociology students. Student members automatically become members of the Student Forum.

Thinking about Graduate School?
Get some information to help you prepare.

Guide to Graduate Departments: Find the right program for you.Tell your department to pick up this great publication or buy it yourself in our online bookstore .

2009 Guide to Graduate Departments of Sociology