Ranked among the nation’s top programs,
Penn State’s Department of Sociology and Criminology offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate education with a broad liberal arts focus, extensive faculty mentorship, and academic rigor in topics like family, religion, crime, and the criminal justice system.
Ranked among the nation’s top programs, Penn State’s Department of Sociology and Criminology offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate education with a broad liberal arts focus and academic rigor in topics like family, religion, crime, and the criminal justice system.
Sociology
Penn State Sociology delivers a well-rounded liberal arts education for undergraduates, featuring courses that explore themes of family, religion, and social identity. Our graduate program is distinguished by its flexible study options and dedicated faculty mentorship.
Criminology
Penn State Criminology offers an in-depth exploration of crime and human behavior. Our graduate curriculum emphasizes theoretical frameworks, research methods, and real-world issues, all while fostering strong faculty mentorship to guide students’ academic journeys.
