Explore sociological perspectives to enhance your understanding of how social organizations function, how cultural diversity can be a strength of a society and how power operates in organizations and social interaction.
Rider’s training in sociology provides an excellent background and skills for a wide range of careers. Graduates pursue careers in business, counseling, education, government, policy advocacy, public health, media, social services and more. Students also possess a strong foundation to pursue further education to obtain degrees in law, urban planning or social work.
Our curriculum offers students a pathway to engage in a diverse range of hands-on, applied and experiential learning opportunities that allow them to learn more about the study of sociology and narrow down their specialty area.
The sociology major blends theory with applied learning and features foundational coursework in sociology and anthropology, a sequence of skills courses and a variety of substantive courses on specific topics.
Interested in transferring to Rider for sociology?
Visit the Community College Agreements page to see the community colleges Rider partners with and the courses that transfer for each major.
Learning by doing. That’s the driving principle behind Engaged Learning at Rider. It’s where theory meets practice, giving you the opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills and insights you’ve gained in the classroom to real-world situations and professional settings.
Associate Professor, Department Chair
Sociology and Criminology
Fine Arts 281
vthompson [at] rider.edu
609-895-5463
