Sociology Program

The sociology program at Lassen Community College prepares students for careers in defense, social service, schools, software, publishing, and social work in local health agencies, government, and private corporations. The program focuses on the study of human social institutions and social relationships. Program courses include: social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, social institutions, and social problems. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer sociology program.

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Lassen Community College

900 Fallon Sreet, Oakland, CA

No matter your interest, Lassen Community College has a program that is right for you. The college offers 35 Associate Degree programs, 10 transfer programs, eight University Studies Associate Degree Emphases, three General Studies Associate Degree Emphases, and 16 Career Technical Education Associate Degrees. Best of all tuition is $46 per unit for California residents.

Associate degree programs offered that transfer to a four year college are in Administration of Justice, Associate in Arts Degree in Art History, Associate in Arts Degree in Sociology, Associate in Arts Degree in Studio Art, Associate in Science Degree in Business Administration, and the Associate in Science Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Lassen Community College is located in Susanville, California, which is in northeast California. There are many great events in the area such as motor sports, the Historic Susanville Festival, The Chocolate Festival, boating, Calling All Susan's Party, free chamber mixers, hiking, fishing, hunting, skiing, Bike Challenge, basketball, shopping, dances, the Lassen County Fair, rodeo, carnivals and a whole lot more.

The school serves the community by offering non-credit classes that help students improve their careers. These classes are part of the schools instructional program and are not part of the traditional academic program.

Students who would like to continue their athletic careers at Lassen Community College can compete in baseball, basketball, rodeo, soccer, volleyball, and wrestling.

Lassen Community College welcomes veterans and dependents who would like to further their education. The college works closely with veterans to ensure a smooth transition from military life to the classroom.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lassen Community College offers an associate's degree program in sociology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.76
  • Average Annual Salary: $95190
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.99
  • Average Annual Salary: $106060

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).