Learning Outcomes
- The Sociology/Anthropology B.A. equips students with the distinctive skill sets of anthropology and sociology, which foster intellectual understanding and insight into sociocultural organization, issues and problems of the past and today’s world (local and global). Graduates achieve a broader understanding of the diversity of human experiences and social dynamics in a variety of cultural contexts, gaining the skills needed to learn about other cultures, work and communicate effectively with members of other cultures and envision ways to promote social justice.
- Sociology/Anthropology majors should be able to:
- Describe how evolutionary, historical and sociocultural processes have shaped human biological and cultural diversity.
- Recognize how sociocultural constructions of identity (including race, class and gender) are created in relation to power differentials and inequality and vary across time and cultures/societies.
- Demonstrate an understanding of social science methodologies including survey and experimental design, interviewing, sampling, direct observation, content analysis, ethnographic research and cross-cultural comparison.
- Apply principles of research ethics in the use of sociological and anthropological methods, theories and knowledge and analyze, integrate and communicate results of social science research in written and oral formats.
Calendar
Don't miss an important date or deadline
Designed for working professionals, UIS programs feature multiple start dates per year, so you can begin at the time that best fits your schedule and complete your degree quickly. View the Academic Calendar
Tuition & Aid
UIS is the most affordable option to earning your University of Illinois degree. Earn a world-class education for less than you’d expect.
Value of a UIS Degree
UIS is No. 5 for students graduating with the least amount of debt, Midwest Region (2021).
Top 25 best value school, Midwest Region, and the only public university in Illinois on the list (2022, 2023, 2024).
98% of students receive aid
The average graduate from UIS will see an increase in earnings of $31,700 - $69,000 each year compared to someone with a high school diploma working in Illinois.
Admissions
Applying to UIS is simple
We've streamlined our admission process to save you time and effort. Just follow the steps below.
Review admission requirements
No specific admission requirements are listed at this time. Please contact the Office of Admission for more information.
International students, will you need an F-1 student visa to study on campus at UIS? Please review the International Applicants site for additional information.
Complete your application
An email address is required to create an account. To submit a paper application, visit the Resources & Forms page. Find more information about what type of student you are on the Student Types page. Applying for an online program is the same procedure as applying for an on-campus program.
Send your official transcripts
Email your official or certified academic records/transcripts to incomingtranscripts@uis.edu or through any of the major transcript platforms. Photocopies will not be accepted.
Submit required statements/writing sample
If you are a first-year student, a statement of 250-650 words is required for admission. We want to hear about your professional aspirations, intellectual interests, and personal experiences relevant to your choice of a specific academic program. You can upload the required documents on you're application status page.
Pay your application fee
You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.
Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;
International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.
Courses & Catalog Information
At the University of Illinois Springfield, you'll find a wide range of courses tailored to your interests and career goals. Explore your program details and get all the essential information you need to plan your future.
Career Opportunities
Exploring the following career paths can help you see how your degree opens up a wide range of exciting and rewarding opportunities in various fields.
- Academic Advisor
- Admissions Counselor
- Adoption Agent
- Advertising Assistant
- Advocate
- Alcohol/Drug Case Worker
- Bilingual/Bicultural Program Specialist
- Caseworker/Case Manager
- Child Welfare Officer
- Citizen Outreach Coordinator
- Client Services Associate
- Community Development Specialist
- Community Planner
- Community Service Specialist
- Community Training Specialist
- Convention Organizer
- Correctional Case Worker
- Media Planner
- Membership Coordinator
- Mental Health Worker
- Multicultural Program Leader
- Museum Technician
- National Campaigns Coordinator
- National/State Park Interpreter
- Peace Corps Volunteer
- Peace Worker
- Personnel Specialist
- Probation Officer
- Program Assistant
- Public Opinion Surveyor
- Corrections Officer
- Cultural Trainer
- Cultural Writer
- Curatorial Assistant
- Employment Recruiter
- Foster Care Worker
- Fundraiser
- Grant Writer
- Grassroots Assistant
- Housing Support Planner
- Human Rights Activist
- Immigration Inspector
- Information Officer
- Job Analyst
- Job Coach
- Labor Relations Representative
- Laboratory Assistant
- Legislative Aide
- Major Gifts Coordinator
- Management Consultant
- Management Trainee
- Marketing Researcher
- Research Associate
- Residential Worker
- Social Science Analyst
- Summer Camp Coordinator
- Travel Agent/ Guide/ Consultant
- Veterans Affairs Specialist
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Youth Organizer
