The sociology program at St. Mary’s College fosters a deep understanding of social structures, inequalities, culture and community dynamics. 通过严谨的课程和身临其境的实地体验，学生们学会批判性地分析社会行为模式，为他们在快速发展的社会中倡导正义和明智的政策做好准备。
社会学专业的学生通过与地区非营利组织、国家机构和研究中心的合作，将课堂学习与现实世界的经验联系起来。 在教师和荣誉学院的资助下，学生从事数据收集、项目评估和政策分析。 Many also present their work at academic conferences or publish findings through their 皇冠体育平台计划（SMP）—a year-long, faculty-mentored research project completed during senior year or through a capstone experience.
