The Social Sciences major is an interdisciplinary program that provides training in History, Political Science, Sociology, Economics and Geography. Social Sciences students learn both qualitative and quantitative methodologies in their exploration of human society. Graduates may pursue careers such as business administration, government, law, law enforcement, human resources, and public policy. The major is also designed for students interested in high school teaching and coaching. The major is aligned with the Social Science subject matter exam on the California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET), and successful completion of the major means that the California teaching candidate does not need to take the CSET in Social Sciences to be credentialed. This major appeals to students with a broad range of interests and those interested in pursuing a social science teaching credential. This major appeals to students with a broad range of interests and those interested in pursuing a social science teaching credential.

The SAT requirement mentioned only represents the minimum score for the verbal section. This requirement is only applied to international students. Please, bear in mind that this program is not offered for Russian and Azerbaijani citizens.