California State Univ. Chico Online, B.A. in Social Science

California State University, Chico,
Center for Regional & Continuing Education
400 West First Street,
Chico, CA 95929,

T: (530) 898-6105,

Social scientists study the inter-relationships of individuals and groups within society. The major in social science is designed to offer students a broad background so they can develop a sensitivity to how individuals relate with one another within society. Thirty (30) units are offered via Chico Distance & Online Education, with the remainder available at a community college. Upper division general studies thematic courses are available via Chico Distance & Online Education. The curriculum rotates on a three-year cycle. The Social Science major, plus five courses, satisfies the social science curricular requirements for admission into credential work to teach Social Studies at the secondary level.