Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences - Dual Discipline

Explore Society and Build Your Career With a B.S. in Social Sciences

The Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences – Dual Discipline at Indiana University Southeast offers a flexible and engaging way to study human behavior and societal structures. Whether you aim to address social challenges, influence public policy, or lead impactful research, this degree equips you with the data-driven and analytical tools needed to understand society and drive meaningful change.

Customize Your Degree With Two Areas of Specialization

In this IUS program, you’ll select two areas of concentration, such as criminal justice, economics, history, international studies, journalism, political science, psychology, or sociology, allowing you to customize your education to match your interests and professional goals. The dual-discipline structure at IU Southeast deepens your knowledge across two fields, enhancing your ability to tackle complex social issues with a well-rounded, research-oriented perspective.

Learn From Experts and Gain Real-World Research Experience

At IU Southeast, you’ll thrive with small class sizes and personalized advising that put your success first. Our faculty bring real-world experience and research expertise directly into the classroom. You’ll also have opportunities for hands-on research projects, internships, community partnerships, and experiential learning that sharpen your skills and expand your career network.

Gain Analytical Skills That Open Doors

The B.S. in Social Sciences – Dual Discipline emphasizes critical research, data interpretation, problem-solving, and communication skills. You'll learn how to collect, analyze, and apply data to real-world social questions—skills that are highly sought after by employers and graduate programs alike. This degree prepares you to think critically and act confidently in a world that demands data-driven insight and leadership.

Application and tuition information

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Career Information

A B.S. in Social Sciences – Dual Discipline from IU Southeast prepares you for a wide range of career paths in law, public policy, government, nonprofit management, research, education, and data analysis. Many graduates continue their education with advanced degrees in law, public administration, social work, public policy, or the social sciences.

Degree information

120 credit hours
Minimum culumulative GPA of 2.0
Hybrid (combination of in-person and online classes)

Degree requirements

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Kentucky residents

Kentucky students are part of our IU Southeast family. In fact, students from ten Kentucky counties receive in-state tuition through our reciprocity program, students from non-reciprocity Kentucky counties qualify for reduced tuition through our Indiana Partner Program, and all Kentucky students may qualify for the KEES Match Scholarship! Learn more about the advantages of attending IU Southeast, including the lowest four-year tuition rate in the region, staying close to home while you earn your degree, and the unique experience only IU Southeast can offer.

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