Bachelors

Sociology, BMS

Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies Degree with a Concentration in Sociology

The online Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies degree (BMS)  with a concentration in Sociology degree program prepares adult students for academic advancement and professional careers. Students receive a liberal arts education, highly valued in today's workplace for developing critical thinking and decision-making skills.

120

Total Credits

$268

Cost Per Credit

Online

UNO

The sociology concentration provides:

Exploration into how people structure social life and the consequences of those structures for human behavior.
Students can explore areas such as families, health, social organization, and social inequality.
Development of skills useful in a variety of settings.

Sociology is a versatile concentration and helps develop skills and understanding useful in a variety of settings. Students can explore areas such as:

Families
Experiences of racial and ethnic groups
Media
Organizations
Social inequality
Women and feminism
Sexuality
Corporate culture
Human emotions
Welfare or education reform
Human rights
Issues regarding peace and war

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is dedicated to the city and state in its name. As the University of Nebraska's metropolitan university campus, no fences or barriers separate students from the opportunities offered by the greater Omaha area. The campus addresses real issues, by providing relevant learning opportunities that uniquely prepare graduates as professionals and active members of their community so they can transform and improve the lives of those on a local, regional, national, and international level.

Learning at UNO

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Career Outlook

Career advancement in a diverse society requires the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people from different cultures, ethnicities and nationalities. Therefore, a minor in sociology prepares students to work in a variety of fields.

Career paths include:

Business
Educational positions
Human resources
Law
Public administration
Public or private sectors
Social services
Sociologists

Finance Your Education

The University of Nebraska offers some of the most affordable tuition rates in the region, particularly for our online programs. Explore the array of funding options to finance your education in a way that makes sense for you.

Online tuition rates are calculated by credit hour and college offering the course and, because the University of Nebraska is a public institution supported by Nebraska taxpayers, Nebraska residents may receive a lower tuition rate than out-of-state students.

Cost Per Credit
In-State	Out-of-State
$268	$622
Note: Campuses may charge additional fees; see the Paying for School page for more details.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

We believe cost should not be a barrier to accessing higher education, even for online programs. Financial aid and scholarships are available for many students. Please see the Paying for School page for additional information and links to campus financial aid resources.

Military and Veteran Services

Our programs are an ideal way for military, veterans, and dependents to advance education with military advisers and staff on each campus, flexible deployment and activation policies, and generous acceptance of transfer credits. Visit our Prospective Student page and explore what the University of Nebraska offers.

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