Social and Behavioral Sciences

The Sociology program helps students become informed citizens, effective communicators, and leaders in society. The program offers two minors, in Sociology and Social Work, respectively, for students in related fields to expand their knowledge and vocation potential.

Sociology majors are encouraged to complete one or more internships with organizations that will provide relevant experiences, such as juvenile justice, the state Department of Social Services, Council on Aging, law enforcement agencies and local schools.

Major

Sociology 

Minors

Sociology

Social Work

Psychology majors are well prepared for a number of careers, equipped with skills in critical thinking, written and oral communication,analyzing and interpreting data, and working well with others. The Psychology major provides broad applications to careers in business, industry, ministry, human resources, rehabilitation, teaching, and other fields. It also offers a useful foundation for a variety of graduate school career paths.

Major

Psychology 

Concentration

Forensic Psychology

Minor

Psychology

Political Science professors are committed to preparing you for a successful career and meaningful life beyond your studies at Newberry College. We will help you to cultivate the knowledge, intellectual and social skills, and moral discernment to realize your personal and professional goals. The classroom is your point of departure to entering the fascinating world of politics and law. In studying these subjects, we encourage you to apply your knowledge through participation in Mock Trial, South Carolina Student Legislature, as well as political and legal internships. 

Majors

Political Science

Political Science with Pre-Law concentration

Minors

Political Science 

The Criminal Justice major at Newberry College is grounded in the liberal arts. The study of criminal justice encompasses a broad array of disciplines ranging from psychology, sociology, science, law and human services

Research

Criminal Justice majors can choose to conduct independent research and present their finding at various regional, state, or national conferences, such as the Carolina Undergraduate Social Science Symposium or the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences.

Internship

Criminal Justice majors may choose to complete an internship as part of their program. The internship experience allows you to explore career options in your chosen area of specialization and can open up career opportunities after graduation. During your internship, you will work under the supervision of an experienced professional, network with professionals in your field and increase your knowledge of and exposure to your area of interest.  In a highly competitive marketplace, this type of relevant, hands-on experience gives you an advantage in your job search after graduation.

Majors:

Criminal Justice

Minors:

Criminal Justice