Social Science
Bachelor of Arts
Nurture your curiosity about all subjects of the solitary and social human world and the interaction between them.
Examine how people interact and influence the world to prepare for careers or graduate study in counseling, human resources, library science, elementary education, communications, human services, international relations, and more. This interdisciplinary degree program integrates five disciplines — anthropology, economics, political science, psychology, and sociology — that each foster an understanding of diversity among and within societies and cultures.
Highlights
Senior seminar integrates your interdisciplinary experiences
Small classes and individual attention from faculty
Choose to add inclusive education for four certifications, grades 1–6
Graduates have gone on to work at schools, the Veterans Administration, and universities
Career Paths
- Community organizations
- Counseling
- Educator
- Human services
- Journalist/writer
- Market research
Internships
Internships are available through the individual social science departments including anthropology, economics, political science, psychology, and sociology.
Employers
- Veterans Administration
- Walden University
- Rochester City School District
99%
of new Nazareth grads are employed or in grad school within six months of graduation
1,631
high-impact experiential learning experiences completed by the undergraduate class of 2024
$4,000
Our SPARK Grant provides up to $4,000 for you to pursue internships, research, and study abroad. SPARK details »
Become a Teacher
Some students enrolled in the social science major choose to pursue New York State Teacher Certification at the elementary level. Nazareth social science students develop essential skills through explorations of anthropology, economics, political science, psychology, and sociology. Our graduates are well-rounded and have the exceptional skills, creativity, and flexibility required to face the challenges of the classroom in the 21st century.
Program Director
Alumni Spotlight
Anna Lindsell '04, '14G, English language specialist teaching students from other countries
"Social science is a great foundation for any career. I had a lot of anthropology classes with Dr. Kisiara. He has a great presence in the classroom, connects very well with his students, and has a passion for his subject. He always had time to discuss the program and my assignments with me. He allowed me to take my interests and life experience and connect it to what was going on in the classroom. Social science has helped me to understand the workings of human society and make connections across disciplines and cultures. By having this awareness, I am better able to relate to my students on a deeper and more compassionate level."