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What type of careers can someone with a Sociology degree get into?

I'm a recent college graduate with a BA in sociology and can't seem to find the right career for myself. I am thinking about going to Graduate school just because I can't find my ideal job.

If you have any suggestions on specific career paths..... Please suggest away!!!

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  • 1 decade ago
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    What Can I do With a Degree in Sociology?

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    You mean, you went through 4 years of college WITHOUT a career path????? What kind of college did you attend??? You graduated college WITHOUT them placing you in a career???? Hmmmmmmm. Don'tt spend another dime on your education until you decide what it is you want to be when you grow up.

    Source(s): A Gainfully Employeed College Graduate
  • kapn
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    You may have to toss your sociology degree and go back and get an engineering degree..........that's marketable.......sorry........

  • Lisa
    Lv 6
    1 decade ago

    um, telemarketing...

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