Social Science Transfer

Do you want to understand how people think, how societies change, and how the world works? The Associate in Arts in Social Science Transfer (SSTR) program is designed to help you explore those big questions — while preparing you to continue your studies at a four-year university.

Instead of limiting yourself to just one subject, you’ll get to explore multiple disciplines, including:

• Sociology – how societies and communities function
• Psychology – the science of the mind and behavior
• Economics – choices, resources, and decision-making
• Anthropology – culture, history, and human origins
• Geography – people, environments, and global connections
• Religion – exploring worldviews and traditions

With electives in fields like Criminal Justice, Education, or Human Services, you can connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities and career paths.

What makes this program stand out?

• Transfer-ready: Seamlessly continue into a bachelor’s program in the social sciences.
• Flexibility: Sample different areas to discover your passion.
• Skills that matter: Research, critical thinking, and strong communication.
• Future pathways: Teaching, law, counseling, social work, public policy, community service, and beyond.

The SSTR degree gives you more than credits — it gives you the chance to understand people and society, think critically about the world, and prepare for a career that makes an impact.

Common careers for Social Science graduates include:

• Teacher or Professor
• Human Resource Specialist
• Case Manager
• Industrial Sociologist
• Social Worker
• Community Relations Officer
• Market Research Analyst
• Correctional
• Criminologist
• Probation and Parole Officer
• Demographer
• Psychiatric Assistant
• Forensic Treatment Specialist
• Researchers
• Government agencies at all levels
• Residential Care Staff
• Health Educator
• Statistician
• Economist
• Consultant (business or government)
• Victims’ Advocate

NOTE: This program may qualify for MassTransfer. Please visit the MassTransfer website to confirm if the program you are interested at Massasoit and a participating state university qualifies.