Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely! Take a look at the information provided on the Undergraduate Admissions Events page for upcoming tours and events.

As a general rule, once students have applied to Carleton their previous studies will be assessed for transfer credit on a case by case basis, subject to degree, grade and program requirements. Transfer of credit will be assessed upon admission; however, in some instances this may require submission of official course descriptions. Please note that Carleton will do its best to transfer the most credit possible for any previously completed courses, however, course transferability will vary depending on your grade point average, and relevance of previous course work to the degree program to which you have applied.

For more information about transfer credits, please visit the Undergraduate Admissions Transfer Credit page.

Please find more information about admissions forms on the Undergraduate Admissions Forms page.

Please find more information about requirements on the Undergraduate Admissions Requirements page. International applicant requirements can be found here.

You can find a list of deadlines on the Undergraduate Admissions Deadlines page. Deadlines may vary based on applicant type.

Visit the Undergraduate Admissions Application page for information about the online application process. There are many applicant types, and the application process varies for each type.

Registration information and instructions can be found at the Registrar’s Office website. Registration in the program can only take place once conditions (if applicable) are removed.

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) students must choose a major subject of study called a Major.

Students can pursue a B.A. in Sociology or a B.A. in Anthropology (15.0 credits), a B.A. Honours in Sociology or a B.A. Honours in Anthropology (20.0 credits), or a B.A. Combined Honours in two subjects/Majors, where each Major has a set of requirements that must be met in order to graduate with a B.A. Combined Honours in Sociology or a B.A. Combined Honours in Anthropology (20 credits).

We also offer a Stream in Social Justice (2.0 credits) which is open to all students in Sociology Honours and Combined Honours programs.

If you are torn between several areas of interest or want to explore additional material that is related to your Major, then you could consider pursuing a Minor.

The Minor in Sociology is open to all undergraduate degree students in programs other than Sociology or the B.G.In.S. Stream or Specialization in Global Inequalities and Social Change. Students in any Anthropology major should select courses carefully if they wish to use courses from the major in their minor Sociology.

The Minor in Anthropology is open to all undergraduate degree students in programs other than Anthropology or the B.G.In.S. Stream or Specialization in Globalization, Culture and Power. Students in any Sociology major should select courses carefully if they wish to use courses from the major in their minor Anthropology.

The Minor in Community Engagement is open to all undergraduate degree students in any program. Students in any Sociology or Anthropology major should select courses carefully if they wish to use courses from the major in their minor.

Living in residence at Carleton offers you the chance to become part of a vibrant community with many opportunities and conveniences. Please click here for more information about living in residence at Carleton. For more information about living in residence at Carleton, visit the Department of Housing and Residence Life Services website. The International Student Services Office also offers information about housing.

Please click here for more information about off campus housing.

Estimating the cost of a year of study varies from student to student and depends on the program you are interested in. A breakdown of domestic tuition costs and other fees can be found here. USA and International costs differ and can be found here. In general, tuition fees can be found on the Student Accounts Receivable website.

Carleton University has one of the most generous scholarship and bursary programs in Canada. For more information about scholarships, please click here.

Graduate programs tend to be quite competitive, and successful applicants tend to have a GPA of A- in their undergraduate studies. You can book an appointment with the Undergraduate Administrator to discuss this further, but ultimately you will need to speak with the Graduate Administrator of the program(s) to which you are applying in order to get the most comprehensive information. You can find their contact information here.

If you are currently in a B.A. program and wish to change your major to another B.A. program (e.g., switching from Sociology to Anthropology), then you will need to request a Change of Program Elements in Carleton Central. If you want to apply for changes to program elements without changing your degree, (i.e., you only want to change your Major, Minor, Specialization, Concentration, or Stream, or if you want to switch between General and Honours degrees), please use the Change of Program Elements.

If you are in another degree program (e.g., B.Sc.) and wish to switch to a B.A., then you will have to submit an Internal Admissions Application.

In either case, it is wise to meet with the Undergraduate Administrator and an Academic Advisor for these changes.

You can submit an override request in Carleton Central. It is not guaranteed that you will get into the course. If a spot opens up, you will need to register through Carleton Central. Please click here for more information.

The audit is a document that keeps track of your progress toward your degree. It lists all the requirements of your major and shows whether you have completed them. You should check it at least once a term to make sure you are on track. In addition to the audit, it’s a good idea to keep track of things manually by checking off the requirements listed in the Undergraduate Calendar (e.g., Breadth Requirements).

A step-by-step guide to obtaining and reading your audit can be found here.

Not necessarily. What you need is a writing sample that you can send together with your application. Different programs expect different kinds of samples, but in most cases, you need to show that you can conduct research independently and that you write well. An Honours Research Paper or an Honours Thesis is a logical way to produce such a writing sample, and it might otherwise strengthen your application and give you useful research experience, but it is not strictly necessary. Many students have been successful without writing one.

With the Honours Capstone Seminar (SOCI 4700), students carry out a small-scale research project to hone transferable skills acquired over the course of the degree program. Students must have fourth-year Honours standing to register for SOCI 4700. It is a 0.5 credit course.

With the Honours Thesis (SOCI 4900), students carry out an independent research project under the supervision of a faculty member. The seminar supports students through each stage of the research process, which includes development of a research question, designing the project, crafting a proposal, carrying out data generation and analysis, and writing the final thesis. To register for SOCI 4900, students must have fourth-year Honours standing in Sociology, with a CGPA of 9.00 or higher or permission of the instructor. Students are strongly encouraged to identify a faculty member to supervise their Honours Thesis prior to the start of this course. It is a 1.0 credit course.

Sociology and Anthropology majors develop a variety of skills during the course of their undergraduate degree (e.g., skills in social research, data collection, writing, problem solving, etc.). Visit our Alumni Success page to learn more about common areas of employment upon completion of an undergraduate degree in Sociology or Anthropology.

Many students pursue graduate school after they complete their B.A. If this interests you, have a look at our Graduate Studies page for more information about an M.A. or Ph.D. in Sociology or Anthropology.

Estimating the cost of a year of study varies from student to student and depends on the program you are interested in. A breakdown of domestic tuition costs and other fees can be found here. USA and International costs differ and can be found here. In general, tuition fees can be found on the Student Accounts Receivable website.

Carleton University has one of the most generous scholarship and bursary programs in Canada. For more information about scholarships, please click here.

For general inquiries, please contact soc-anthro@carleton.ca. If you have a specific question about the program, please email our Undergraduate Program Administrator or our Sociology Undergraduate Program Coordinator. Their contact information can be found here.

Yes! The Sociology and Anthropology Student Association (SASA) plans events throughout the year and helps create a space for members to connect with fellow classmates and faculty. They are always looking for Sociology and Anthropology students to come out to their events and to get involved, so please contact them if you are interested.

For more information, please check out the SASA page and contact SASA via:
Email: sasareception@gmail.com
Facebook: Sociology and Anthropology Student Association – Carleton University
Instagram: @sasa.cu
Twitter: @sasacu3