The department of sociology and criminology at Capital University provides majors and minors and seeks to foster in students a commitment to scientific learning built on a strong foundation in the study of society and crime.

In advancing the above, students will engage in scientific thinking, study, and understanding of:

• social, cultural, gender, ethnic, and racial dimensions of diversity;
• scientific thinking, research, and reasoning;
• analytical and critical thinking skills and ethical approaches to knowledge formation, research, and professional pursuits;
• theoretical, methodological, and statistical literacy, including social research and the ability to generalize scientifically grounded results; and
• express their knowledge through effective oral and written communication.

Majors and Minors

Sociology major  

Criminology major  

Sociology minor  

Criminology minor 

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Mission Statement for Sociology and Criminology

Grounding in the liberal arts tradition is essential preparation for a strong undergraduate major and minor in sociology that prepares students for continued engagement with the world, social and civic responsibility, and the pursuit of graduate study and lifelong learning.;