Is it difficult to combine study abroad with the sociology major or minor?
Because study abroad is highly relevant to the major and minor in sociology, the department tries to work with students to make sure they can combine their sociology coursework with study off campus, including Bates Fall Semester programs, JSA, and JYA. Many students are able to complete one or two courses that count toward the major, if they happen to select an off-campus program that offers courses in sociology or closely-related disciplines. But even students wishing to pursue a program emphasizing other kinds of study, in which they are not able to count any courses toward the major or minor, usually have little difficulty combining their Bates sociology coursework with off-campus study. The remaning FAQs on this list will help you think through what you need to take before you study away, as well as what might count toward the major or minor from your off-campus study curriculum.
