Sociology is especially relevant for the analysis of the causes and consequences of social change, and social inequality, in a global landscape. We are therefore convinced that students of sociology are in a special position to help to improve the quality of human life. The mission of our program at the University of Pittsburgh is to provide our students with the skills necessary to fight for those who are downtrodden, underserved, and marginalized.
Sociology majors who have a major QPA of 3.5 or higher are eligible to work towards graduating with an honors distinction.
The Department of Sociology believes that experiential learning, including both internships and studying abroad can provide students with excellent opportunities to apply their sociological skills and enhance their learning experiences.
Students can choose from a wide variety of courses that span vast disciplines.
Students in the Sociology Department are eligible for a variety of awards that reward academic excellence.