College of Arts and Sciences

B.S. in Social Science

The study of social sciences delves into the cultures, behaviors and ideas of mankind. At Faulkner, the social science coursework is taught through the lens of Christianity.

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ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

Required Courses - History Emphasis

Required Courses - Political Science Emphasis

Program Objectives

The social sciences study human endeavor and civic action. At Faulkner University, based in Montgomery and with campuses throughout Alabama, students have two choices for social science degrees, Bachelor of Science in Social Science with History Emphasis, and Bachelor of Science in Social Science with Political Science Emphasis. Both degrees can lead to a broad range of careers in education and government, as well as become a springboard for application to a variety of graduate programs, including law school. With a curriculum based on Christian values and advice from outstanding faculty, students studying social sciences at Faulkner University find guidance as they choose subjects to study in-depth and move toward their future careers.

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Admission Requirements

Must be a high school graduate with a regular or advanced diploma or have a GED certificate
If out of high school for less than five years, ACT (minimum 18 composite) or SAT (minimum 970) scores are required. ACT or SAT scores are not required for anyone having graduated high school more than five years ago.
ACT or SAT scores are not required for transfer applicants with a minimum of 24 transferable hours from a regionally accredited college or university.

How to Apply

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Traditional Tuition and Fees

Description	Cost
Tuition
1–11 hours (Fall & Spring)	$1,025 per semester hour
12–18 hours (block rate – Fall & Spring)	$12,300 per semester
19 hours and above (Fall & Spring)	$685 per semester hour
Summer	$450 per semester hour
Military Qualified Students (60 hours or less)	$250 per semester hour
Fees
Online Course Fee (fully online)	$75 per semester hour
Applicable Course Fees	(see fees below)

Program Information

The social sciences provide students with a thorough education, and hands-on experience with logic, writing, communication, and research skills. Whether students choose to earn a social science degree with an emphasis in history or political science, they will receive superior preparation for careers in the many fields that span these two areas of study, as well as an avenue to pursue graduate studies or law school.

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What is Rolling Admissions?

The program evaluates PTCAS verified applications from June 15th until May 1st. This means that we conduct interviews both in the fall and spring semesters. Rather than admitting applicants all at once, we make admission decisions throughout the year.