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Transfer majors 
Complete your Associate in Arts degree and transfer to a four-year institution to study sociology. Take core classes along with courses in sociology, the family in contemporary society, topics in social science, race and ethnicity, social problems and more.
Harper College is a great place to study sociology. Attend lectures and participate in travel study opportunities to explore the sociology field and identify future career opportunities. Gain additional experience by getting involved in one of Harper’s 60+ student organizations.
This program offers you a convenient and affordable way to begin your college education by earning the first two years of your bachelor’s degree at Harper. Academic advisors will help you choose courses that meet the specific requirements of the four-year college or university you plan to attend.
This sample transfer planning guide meets the requirements of the Associate in Arts degree and follows the Illinois Articulation Initiative sociology baccalaureate major recommendations. Students choosing to follow this sample plan need to choose the major of Associate in Arts if needing financial aid. Transfer institution requirements may vary - students should check individual college/university requirements before completing the sample plan as outlined. Baccalaureate admission may be competitive. Completion of these courses alone does not guarantee admission.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
| ENG 101 | Composition I | 3 |
| FYS 101 | First Year Seminar | 3 |
| Humanities and Fine Arts 1 | 3 | |
| MTH 124 | Finite Mathematics | 3 |
| MTH 165 | Elementary Statistics | |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology+ | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
| ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 |
| Humanities and Fine Arts 1 | 3 | |
| Physical and Life Science 2 | 3 | |
| SOC 120 | Family in Contemporary Society | 3 |
| Social and Behavioral Science 3 | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| ANT 101 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| ANT 202 | Cultural Anthropology | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts 1 | 3 | |
| Physical and Life Science 2 | 4 | |
| SOC 205 | Social Problems | 3 |
| SOC 230 | Sociology of Sex and Gender | 3 |
| Hours | 16 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective | 8 | |
| SOC 235 | Race and Ethnicity | 3 |
| SPE 101 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication | 3 |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Total Hours | 60 | |
Select one course from Humanities and one from Fine Arts. Interdisciplinary courses may count in either category. Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for approved courses in this category.
This course meets the World Culture and Diversity graduation requirement.
Select at least one Physical and one Life Science. One course must include a lab. Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for the approved courses in this category.
Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for approved courses in this category.
For more information about studying sociology at Harper, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.