Welcome to the BA in Anthropology and Sociology Program

Governors State University is the only public university in Illinois offering this unique degree program. The Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Sociology is based on the shared ideas, theories, and methods of both disciplines. 

Think Critically

The study of Anthropology and Sociology will train you to process information intellectually and actively in a reflective and analytical way. You will learn to think critically as you master problem solving and communication skills through conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating knowledge.

Prepare for Success

You will discover career opportunities in social and governmental services; administrative support and management; professional researcher; public relations; human resources; and graduate study in anthropology, sociology, public policy, social work, law, museum studies, and library science.

Be a Part of the Solution

To succeed in a globalized society, you need the ability to your knowledge and skills to develop solutions to real-world problems. In this program, you will master leadership skills and develop collaborative research projects relevant to society as you explore solutions and construct responses to social developments.

Degree Requirements

To view the program requirements, please go to BA in Anthropology and Sociology degree requirements page.  

Program Fact Sheet

To view the program fact sheet, please go to BA in Anthropology and Sociology Fact Sheet.

Articulation Agreements

Since GSU is an upper-division and graduate institution, our students are all transfer students. Therefore, we have developed articulation agreements to aid in the seamless transition from the area community college to GSU. The articulation/transfer guides can be found here.