Bachelor's in Sociology

Bard College, Renowned for its innovative approach to education, Bard offers a comprehensive undergraduate experience that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and interdisciplinary exploration. At Bard College, the emphasis on small class sizes and close faculty-student relationships fosters an engaging and personalized learning environment. The college's distinctive curriculum, which includes the rigorous First-Year Seminar and the Senior Project, empowers students to take ownership of their education and delve into subjects across disciplines. With a commitment to fostering social responsibility and civic engagement, Bard equips graduates to become informed global citizens who contribute meaningfully to their communities. Through its dedication to fostering intellectual curiosity, artistic expression, and a sense of purpose, Bard College prepares students to excel in a wide range of careers and make a lasting impact in an ever-changing world.

We provide students with an understanding of the structures and processes of human society—from everyday interactions with friends, coworkers, and family members to macro-level processes of global magnitude. The sociology curriculum offers a theoretical and methodological foundation for examining social, cultural, and political forces and analyzing how they shape people’s behavior, interpretations, social status, and well-being. Through exposure to a wide array of quantitative, qualitative, and historical research, sociology students learn to study the social world in a way that is both rigorous and flexible.