Best Online Associate in Sociology in Texas

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An online associate in sociology degree provides you with the knowledge base and educational requirements to pursue or advance your career in sociology and related fields. Online college is an affordable, flexible route toward meeting your goals.

Finding an associate degree in sociology in Texas helps Texans find the most affordable programs at colleges and universities they and employers know and trust.

An online associate in sociology prepares students with the foundational knowledge necessary for a variety of careers both within and outside the field, including sociologist, social worker, therapist, counselor, and public relations specialist. Associate degree programs also prepare students to pursue further education (and job opportunities) through a bachelor’s degree. Associate degree students engage with foundational topics in core courses such as intro to sociology, public policy, cultural anthropology, and contemporary social issues.

Nationally, social workers earn a median annual salary of $50,470, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In Texas, 50% of child, family, and school social workers earn over $50,000 annually, keeping with national trends. The job growth rate in Texas is 16.1%, much faster than the national average of 5% for all occupations.

Not all careers for sociology degree holders require professional licensure or certification, but many do. Social workers in Texas, for example, must obtain licensure through the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. It is also important to note that while an associate degree may set students on their chosen career path, it will not be enough in most cases to secure employment; bachelor’s degrees are typically a minimum requirement. Licensed social workers must hold a master of social work degree.

Social and Human Service Assistants Career Prospects in Texas
Job Growth by 2026 12%
Annual Job Growth 1.7%
Average Wage (Mean):
$36,000
Entry Level Wage:
$24,483
Median Wage:
$35,365
Experienced Wage:
$41,758
Sources: the Texas Workforce Commission’s Texas Labor Market Information Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages Report and the Texas Workforce Commission’s Texas Labor Market Information Employment Projections 2016-2026 Report

Find your online associate degree in sociology in TX

Study confidently at a quality institution in Texas where you know you will receive training relevant to Texas laws and regulations, and with attention to current affairs in Texas. Finding an online degree at a regionally accredited college or university will help ensure not only the acceptance of your degree by hiring professionals, but it will enable you to pursue an advanced degree should you someday want to take your education to the next level.

Here’s our list of online associate degrees in sociology offered by regionally accredited colleges and universities in Texas. Sort to find the best, most affordable, and best value online colleges for sociology degrees.

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    1. Alvin Community College

      Alvin, TX

      Program Score

      99*

      TX Relative Cost

      Key Facts Answers
      Total Enrollment 5,797 (5% fully online)
      Public or Private Public
      USDE Special Government Status Hispanic-Serving Institution
      Number of Online Programs 4
      Accreditation Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
      Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition $2,786 per year
      Net Cost by Income
      Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

      TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

      #6 Texas Online Community CollegeAdult Student Friendly School
      Experienced Online School
      First-Generation Student Friendly SchoolMilitary Friendly SchoolHispanic-Serving Institution
      Degree Credits Needed Completion Time1
      AA - Sociology 60 2 years
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    2. Trinity Valley Community College

      Athens, TX

      Trinity Valley Community College’s school logo

      Program Score

      99*

      TX Relative Cost

      Key Facts Answers
      Total Enrollment 6,233 (39% fully online)
      Public or Private Public
      Number of Online Programs 18
      Accreditation Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
      Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition $4,920 per year
      Net Cost by Income
      Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

      TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

      #2 Texas Online Community CollegeAdult Student Friendly School
      Experienced Online School
      First-Generation Student Friendly School
      Degree Credits Needed Completion Time1
      AA - Sociology 60 2 years
      See TVCC’s full list of online degrees!

    3. Navarro College

      Corsicana, TX

      Navarro College’s school logo

      Program Score

      98*

      TX Relative Cost

      Key Facts Answers
      Total Enrollment 8,173 (19% fully online)
      Public or Private Public
      Number of Online Programs 19
      Accreditation Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
      Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition $4,452 per year
      Net Cost by Income
      Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

      TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

      #5 Texas Online Community CollegeAdult Student Friendly School
      Experienced Online School
      First-Generation Student Friendly School
      Degree Credits Needed Completion Time1
      AS - Sociology 60 2 years
      See NC’s full list of online degrees!

    4. Blinn College

      Brenham, TX

      Blinn College’s school logo

      Program Score

      95*

      TX Relative Cost

      Key Facts Answers
      Total Enrollment 20,116 (2% fully online)
      Public or Private Public
      Number of Online Programs 50
      Accreditation Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
      Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition $4,296 per year
      Net Cost by Income
      Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

      TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

      #9 Texas Online Community CollegeAdult Student Friendly School
      Experienced Online School
      First-Generation Student Friendly SchoolMilitary Friendly School
      Degree Credits Needed Completion Time1
      AA - Sociology 60 2 years
      See BC’s full list of online degrees!

    5. Tyler Junior College

      Tyler, TX

      Program Score

      85*

      TX Relative Cost

      Key Facts Answers
      Total Enrollment 12,585 (13% fully online)
      Public or Private Public
      Number of Online Programs 17
      Accreditation Regional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
      Average In-State Undergraduate Tuition $4,762 per year
      Net Cost by Income
      Source: National Center for Educational Statistics

      TexasOnlineColleges.com Awards

      Top Texas Online Community College Adult Student Friendly School
      Experienced Online School
      First-Generation Student Friendly School
      Degree Credits Needed Completion Time1
      AA - Sociology 60 2 years
      See TJC’s full list of online degrees!

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    For each data point, we score schools based on where they fall in the percentile distribution for that data point. Because our scores are based on local data and not tied to irrelevant national data, they accurately reflect an institutions’s value to the Texas student. Institutions with missing data receive a zero for that data point.
     
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    An institution’s program specfic score is calculated with seven data points: (1) its student-to-faculty ratio, (2) its number of degrees an institution awards in the program's field each year, (3) its the graduation rate, (4) its the retention rate, (5) its the percentage of online students, (6) its concentrated Influence (a measure of the academic importance of a school), and (7) its desirability (a measure of how many students chose to go to an institution).
     
    For each data point, we score schools based on where they fall in the percentile distribution for that data point. Because our scores are based on local data and not tied to irrelevant national data, they accurately reflect an institutions’s value to the Texas student. Institutions with missing data receive a zero for that data point.
     
    We weigh each data point and calculate an institution’s raw score. Then we create an adjusted raw score by combining a schools's score with a base score of 50. Finally, we score and rank institutions based on their adjusted score’s percentile rank.
     
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    Focused on online colleges in TX, our relative cost score compares the average in-state tuitions of Texas schools. In general, Texas is slightly cheaper than the national average of $9,970 (according to The National Center for Education Statistics) for a degree at a public 4-year college or university. However, Texas is home to some of the most affordable colleges and universities in the US, and it’s most expensive schools are tens of thousands cheaper than the most expensive schools in the country.
     
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