BA Sociology at George Washington University

Programme overview

Students in the bachelor of arts in sociology program enjoy a dynamic and empirically rigorous curriculum that prepares them to be informed members of their communities, critical consumers of information, and change-makers. The flexible study plan includes core courses that introduce students to the “sociological imagination” and how it connects to contemporary issues of social significance; provide theoretical tools for analyzing key historical and contemporary issues in society; and give students a foundation in research methods to enable them to read and produce significant empirical knowledge on topics of sociological significance.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Sociology | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Undergraduate Programs. Achievement of a minimum grade of C- in all courses that count toward the degree. Seven additional upper-level Sociology (SOC) courses, including at least two courses in the 2160 or 2170 ranges. *Recommended to be taken before the senior year.

Career pathways

Program graduates are prepared to conduct research, attain advocacy positions, assume leadership roles in nonprofits and other organizations. Graduates work in fields including criminal justice, publishing, marketing, public relations, and politics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level admission (applies to all majors): For information about the admission process, including deadlines, visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions website. Applications can be submitted via the Common Application. For questions visit undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/contact-us.

USD 72,000 a year (2026-27). Full-time main campus undergraduate tuition for students entering in 2026-27 in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, Elliott School, Milken Institute School of Public Health or School of Engineering and Applied Science (12-18 cr Source

First-year students enter in the fall semester; transfer applications are accepted for fall and spring admission.

Early Decision I deadline is November 1 and Early Decision II is January 5 (both binding); the Regular Decision deadline is January 5. Applications use the Common Application. Transfer applications are due April 15 for fall and October 1 for spring. Testing is optional (SAT or ACT), except for BA/MD, homeschooled and narrative-evaluation applicants. BFA applicants (except Interior Architecture) submit a portfolio of 10 to 15 works through SlideRoom. The application fee is $80.

International applicants whose first language is not English submit TOEFL (minimum 90), IELTS (minimum 6.5) or PTE Academic scores.

Apply through the official page: https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/

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