Advising for Sociology Majors

Welcome to Mason's Sociology Program! 

Human rights. Global justice. Cities. Social Change. Gender. Race. Media. Crime. Economy. Inequality. Youth culture. And even Happiness.

Frankly, there’s a lot to think about in sociology. The “old” sociology was America-centric, the “new” sociology is global – either way the field grapples with the defining issues of our time.

 

We look forward to working with you during your studies and encourage you to meet with your SOAN academic advisor and the Undergraduate Director regularly - at least once per semester. In addition to assisting with course selection, your advisor is available to discuss your:

Advising Appointments
We look forward to working with you during your studies and strongly recommend that you meet with an advisor at least once per semester. In addition to assisting with course selection, your Sociology and Anthropology advisors are available to discuss your overall degree progress, educational and career goals.

To declare a major or minor in Sociology or any programs affiliated with the Sociology and Anthropology Department. To speak with Katy Hoepf the advisor for undergraduate programs make an appointment using Patriot Connect.

If you encounter difficulties, please contact Katy by email khoepf@gmu.edu or phone 703-993-5639 or Mason Student Services Center, MSSC@gmu.edu.

Degree progress

  • Understanding degree requirements
  • Running a degree evaluation
  • Developing a graduation plan

Educational goals

  • Declaring a minor or double major
  • Studying abroad
  • Pursuing honors in the major
  • Applying to accelerated master's or other graduate programs

Career plans