Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Degree Requirements
All requirements for the distance degree program are the same as those for the same degree on campus. Distance degree program students are subject to all ASC policies, deadlines and graduation requirements, except where noted.
- You will be required to complete 30 Adams State College semester credits which may be met by completing approved ASC Distance Learning courses listed on the website or other publications.
- Course credits earned through the distance degree program are entered on the student record without distinction between on-campus and off campus courses.
- ASC credits earned in off-campus courses are considered to be the same as those earned in on-campus courses for the purpose of meeting residency or other requirements in degree programs of the institution.
Writing Proficiency
All students must submit a writing portfolio to the Department Chair by the end of the seventh week of the next-to-last semester prior to graduation.
Technology Proficiency
All students must demonstrate baseline technological proficiency by the end of the sophomore year.
The requirement may be met by
- scoring 70% or higher on the ASC Technology Proficiency examination, course transfer from another institution, or
- passing with a grade of C or better on ASC approved course: BUS 120 - Business Computer Applications I or CSCI 100 - Introduction to Computers
Degree Program Total Credit Requirements
Option 1
- General Education - 38 credits
- Major - Sociology - 29 credits
- Sociology Electives - 6 credits
- Emphasis Areas: 12 credits (choose one)
-Criminology or
-Social Welfare - General Electives - 35 credits
Option 2
- General Education - 38 credits
- Major - Sociology - 29 credits
- Sociology Electives - 6 credits
- Emphasis Areas: 30 credits (choose one)
-Criminology Corrections or
-Criminology-Law Enforcement - General Electives - 17 credits
General Electives
General Electives may be approved transfer credits or courses taken from ASC. Note: General Electives are credits that are required but not used elsewhere in the degree program.
Total credit hours required for graduation: 120
Note: Degree must include 42 upper-division (300/400 level) semester-hour credits. To receive credit, all course grades must be passing (C or better). A minimum of 30 credits must be ASC credits for the BA or BS degree.
