Department of Sociology and Criminology
Our students are prepared to be leaders in today's complex and changing world. They develop the knowledge and analytical skills they will need for successful careers and informed citizenship.
Our classes are purposely small; most have no more than 40 students. You'll learn from some of the top professors in sociology and criminology — professors who will know you by name. Student organizations will give you a chance to get to know your peers and be actively involved in co-curricular activities.
You can have internship opportunities in private industry, social services agencies, nonprofit organizations, and the criminal justice system. There are also ample undergraduate research opportunities, with students working together with faculty on original research projects.
Enroll in the sociology and criminology program at NIU and you'll learn to master critical thinking, oral and written communication, and sociological data collection and analysis.
Let us help you develop your sociological imagination and prepare you for your career success!
