Upper Iowa University is a pioneer institution from America's Heartland providing quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs to the global community at the residential campus in Fayette, at numerous satellite learning centers in the U.S. and overseas, and through distance education.
The purpose of a social science major is to prepare a learner to understand the broad implications of the various social science disciplines and to utilize this knowledge as a philosophical and theoretical foundation for personal, professional, or educational growth.
The social science program prepares student for professional or graduate study in history, economics, political science, psychology, and sociology. The program compliments degree programs in related disciplines for students planning careers in law, business, public administration, and education.
The program is designed to make effective contributions to the general education of all students, regardless of their majors, and to provide the philosophical and theoretical background necessary for successful career in such technical areas as law enforcement and social work. To learn more about this program, complete free information request form.