BA/BS in Sociology

St. Jerome's University

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

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St. Jerome's University offers BA/BS in Sociology, a bachelor's degree in Social & Cultural Studies programme in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 58,000 per year (CAD 9,000 per year for local students).

Also offered as: Honours Degree

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Social & Cultural Studies
Duration: 4 years
Local tuition: CAD 9,000 / year
International tuition: CAD 58,000 / year

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

Sociology at St. Jerome's University, federated with the University of Waterloo, examines human social life from classical questioning through to contemporary critical theory and engagement with current social issues. The programme fosters critical thinking and civic and social engagement through qualitative, interpretive, and quantitative research approaches and training. Students study topics such as social institutions, inequality, culture, and social change, and develop skills in research design and data analysis applicable across the social sciences. The General Sociology stream is offered as a three or four-year Bachelor of Arts and can be combined with other areas of study. Course delivery includes on-campus, online, and blended formats. Graduates commonly pursue careers in social services, public policy, research, education, and further graduate study in sociology or related social science fields.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Ontario applicants need an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum of six Grade 12 U or M courses from a school accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education, including Grade 12 U English with a minimum grade of 70%. Applicants whose most recent four years of full-time education were not completed in an English-language school system must also submit an English language proficiency test score. Admission to St. Jerome's University follows the same admissions process, application process, and document deadlines as the University of Waterloo.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About St. Jerome's University

Type: University
Founded: 1865
Programs: 16
Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Sociology award?

St. Jerome's University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Social & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Sociology take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does BA/BS in Sociology cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 58,000 per year (CAD 9,000 per year for local students).

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