Liberal Arts & Sciences: Social Science (AA)
Flexible, transfer-friendly program for careers or further studies in social and behavioral sciences.
Build a strong foundation in psychology, sociology, history, and related fields while developing general education skills. Graduates are ready to transfer into bachelor’s programs or pursue careers in education, criminal justice, human services, or business.
"Our social science program at Alfred State prepares students to continue their education. You can start off small and continue to grow."
Jill Amati, Program Coordinator
Program Advantages
The liberal arts & sciences program is designed to prepare graduates for a foundation in social and behavioral sciences. With this, the program also provides the groundwork in general education for continuing students. Graduates are qualified to enter baccalaureate programs in a variety of academic disciplines such as psychology, sociology, anthropology, history, and political science as well as professional fields like early childhood/childhood education, adolescent education, criminal justice, pre-law, human services management, and business administration.
Pioneer Quotes
“I like it because I can focus. It was close enough from home but far enough for focus.” -Marcus Branwell, Liberal Arts & Sciences: Social Science Alumni
Professional Outlook
Employment and continuing education rate of 100 percent - 100 percent transferred to continue their education.
Sociologists will continue to be needed to apply sociological research to other disciplines. For example, sociologists may collaborate with researchers in other social sciences, such as economists, psychologists and survey researchers, to study how social structures or groups influence policy decisions about health, education, politics, criminal justice, business or economics. (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor).
The 2022 median annual salary for sociologists was $98,590.
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Length of Program:
2 years
Method of Delivery:
On-Campus
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PROGRAM DETAILS
Courses You May Take
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Admissions Requirements
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In social science, you’ll analyze current issues using critical thinking and research methods. You’ll explore how social, psychological, and historical forces shape human behavior, study globalization’s impact, and apply the scientific method. Strong writing, speaking, and computer skills prepare you for transfer and careers requiring analytical, people-focused perspectives.
Facilities and Labs
Alfred State provides labs, equipment, and learning spaces that mirror the tools and technology used in the real world.
With 200+ labs on campus and experiential learning in every major, you’ll work with the same resources the pros use and be ready for the workplace on day one.
Wondering where your skills can take you? Our career tool lets you explore real job titles, key skills, salary ranges, and job outlook data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics nationally or for New York State.
See how your Alfred State degree connects directly to in-demand careers and start planning your future with confidence.
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You've seen our wide variety of majors at Alfred State, our great faculty who help you build your skills, and that you can do it at an incredible low cost. Now's the time to become an Alfred State Pioneer.
