Social and Behavioral Sciences
Transfer
Understanding people is key to thriving in any career. Our Social and Behavioral Sciences courses explore psychology, anthropology, and more to help you understand how individuals and societies work, whether you are pursuing the field or expanding your perspective.
What does a Social and Behavioral Sciences Degree Offer?
Understand People and Society
Explore why people think, act, and interact as they do while applying those insights
to real-world challenges in communities, workplaces, and organizations.
Build Highly Transferable Skills
Develop strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills valued
across nearly every industry, giving you flexibility in your career path.
Prepare for a Wide Range of Careers
This degree opens doors to careers in human services, education, public policy, social
work, research, and more, with options to grow and make a real difference.
Make a Meaningful Impact
Social and Behavioral Sciences focus on improving lives and strengthening communities,
allowing you to create positive change for individuals, families, and society.
Careers
Social Worker
$97,594
Anthropologist
$61,837
School Psychologist
$78,737
Opportunities
An Associates in Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences can provide you with a foundation for various careers in counseling, education, research, social services, and more. If you pursue further education, you can earn a career as a:
- Psychologist
- Sociologist
- Social Worker
- Anthropologist
- Political Consultant
Salary Source: Texas Wages
DEGREES & CERTIFICATES
Social and Behavioral Sciences, AA
Transfer
2 Years
This degree is also offered online.
Sounds great, but how do I apply?
Ready to take the first step toward an exciting future? It’s time to apply to San
Jac. We’ll guide you through the process and help you start building your future,
today.
Your Questions Answered
Big decision, simple answers. Let’s clear it up.
After you earn your degree, you can further your education and transfer to a four-year university. Here are some of the majors you can pursue:
- Psychology: A psychology major is a curious explorer seeking to understand the complexities of the brain and what makes people tick.
- Anthropology: As an anthropology major, you act as a traveler of the human experience. You get to learn about different people’s values, beliefs, and social structures.
- Philosophy: When you are a philosophy major, you get to dive into the deep end of the big questions and explore the mind, universe, and everything in between.
- Sociology: A sociology major examines the relationship between individuals, groups, and institutions. You’ll discover how to uncover the hidden patterns that underlie society.
- History: When you’re a history major, you get to time travel into the past and shed light on the lessons we can learn from our shared past.
- Government: As a government major, you will discover how to navigate political systems
and explore the structures that govern our lives.
San Jac offers supportive faculty, small class sizes, and real-world learning experiences
that help you understand people, cultures, and communities. You’ll gain practical
skills that translate directly into today’s workforce needs.
With a foundation in Social and Behavioral Sciences, you can explore careers in social
services, education, counseling support, public policy, research, and community outreach.
The program also builds a strong base for transferring into bachelor’s degree programs.
Support for your studies
At San Jac, you’re never alone. Our teams ensure you have the support you need to
achieve your academic goals.
