Department of Sociology and Anthropology

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The Sociology/Anthropology curriculum a variety of career options for its students. While many elect to enter graduate study in sociology or anthropology, others move into careers in business, education, law, public administration, social work, counseling, museum studies, and applied anthropology.

What Can I Do With A Wooster Degree In Sociology Or Anthropology?

While many jobs now require graduate degrees, there are jobs requiring only a B.A. in Anthropology or Sociology. Other jobs require additional training.

A recent survey of our graduates showed the following range of occupations

 

 Social Services/ Social Work:

      • Child Case Worker
      • Respite Provider
      • Vista Volunteer
      • Family Counselor
      • Community Development

 Education:

  • Bilingual Teacher
  • Elementary School Teach
  • Teach for America
  • Child Care Worker
  • Admissions Counselor
  • College Professor

 Health Related:

      • Director of Social Services
      • Patient's Account Representative
      • Clinic Assistant
      • Hospital Administration

 Public Relations:

  • Public Relations Development Assistant
  • Press Assistant

 Research:

      • Survey Research Specialist
      • Policy/Planning

Law:

  • Paralegal
  • Attorney

 Government:

      • Campaign Work
      • Housing Specialist
      • Marine Corps
      • City Planning

 Business:

  • Retail Administration
  • Management Trainee
  • Employment Recruiter
  • Marketing
  • Sales

 Criminal Justice:

      • Parole Officer
      • Delinquency Prevention
      • Private Security
      • Penology and Corrections
      • Court Administration

 Finance:

  • Accounts Payable and Purchasing Assistant
  • Appraiser
  • Account Adjuster
  • Insurance Agent
  • Mutual Funds Advisor

 Sports Related:

      • Coaching
      • Sports Medicine

 Museum:

  • Curators
  • Outdoor Education