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Department of Sociology

The Department of Sociology is a vibrant department with award winning faculty who excel in both research programs and course instruction.

Degree Programs

Graduate

Master's & Doctoral Programs in Sociology

We have one of the largest concentrations of sociological expertise in the Southern region offering both Master's and Doctoral programs in Sociology.
Undergraduate

Sociology

Sociology is the scientific study of society and its institutions, organizations, and groups. Sociologists study the ways that social structure and interactions shape human life.
Undergraduate

Criminology

Criminology, as a field, explores the nature and causes of crime. Criminology also examines the impact crime has on society and how in turn society responds to the social problem of crime.
Undergraduate

Social Work

Social work is a challenging and rewarding profession with the primary goal of enhancing individual functioning and promoting human rights and social and economic justice.

About Us

The Department of Sociology houses approximately 400 students including a master's and doctoral program in Sociology and three undergraduate majors including Criminology, Sociology, and Social Work. The Social Work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. 

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Department

Visiting Scholars Program sending MSU sociologist to Poland

Mississippi State sociology Associate Professor Rachel Allison, pictured at the bleachers at MSU’s soccer field, is a 2023 Visiting Scholar at the University of Gdańsk in Poland this summer, sharing her research on women’s soccer fans with scholars from across the globe. (Photo by Megan Bean).

May 25, 2023
Social Work

MSU’s Knowles provides insight, expertise for national social work licensing exams

A faculty member in Mississippi State’s Department of Sociology is addressing social work challenges as part of a task force charged with providing expertise and analysis for the field’s newest iteration of national licensing examinations.

May 23, 2023
Department

Nicole Rader quoted in PhillyVoice

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May 10, 2023
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Dr. Adele Crudden recipient of the Robert E. Wolverton Legacy Award

Dr. Adele Crudden, Professor Emerita of Social Work, was recognized for her outstanding long-term contributions to the College of Arts & Sciences.

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