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Post University Transfer Credit · Sociology 110

SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology at Post.

Earn this Post University equivalency through UPI Study's Introduction to Sociology — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Introduction to Sociology — transfers as SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology at Post University
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Introduction to Sociology
Sociology 110 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Post University recognizes as
SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: SOC 101
NECHE accredited since 1972 · Transcript sent directly to Post University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Post
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of introduction to sociology, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Identify the fundamental principles and concepts of sociology, including culture, socialization, and social structure
  • ✓Analyze and evaluate sociological theories and perspectives on various societal phenomena, such as inequality, deviance, and social change
  • ✓Apply sociological research methods to investigate and analyze social issues and trends effectively
  • ✓Examine the complexities of cultural diversity and its impact on social interactions, identity formation, and societal norms; and critically assess the role of social institutions, such as family, education, and healthcare, in shaping individual behavior and societal dynamics.
📚Major topics covered
Sociology basics & theoretical perspectives Sociological research methods & culture Society, social interaction & socialization Groups & formal organizations Deviance, crime & social control Social stratification in the United States Race, ethnicity, gender & sexuality Aging, marriage, family & religion Education systems & societal impact Government, politics & power Work, economy & globalization Health, medicine & social construction Population, urbanization & environment Social movements & social change
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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Transfer to Post

UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Post University's registrar. Post applies the equivalency: SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology.

Pricing

Introduction to Sociology — two ways to enroll.

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  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to Post University
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Tuition saved vs Post per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate compares Post University's $629/credit online undergraduate rate against UPI Study course pricing. Post requires a 73% grade to accept a UPI course; UPI credit applies to General Education requirements only (not Major, Core, Concentration, or Minor). Maximum UPI transfer: 15 credits into an associate's, 30 into a bachelor's. Final credit awards are determined solely by Post University's registrar.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Introduction to Sociology → Post.

📚 About Introduction to Sociology
What is Introduction to Sociology?
Introduction to Sociology is a college-level course that explores human behavior, social patterns, and psychological or sociological frameworks. It is Sociology 110 — a standard lower-division course worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & NCCRS.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You will be able to analyze human behavior, apply key theoretical frameworks, evaluate research findings, and think critically about social and psychological phenomena — skills valued in counseling, education, research, and social services.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries ACE and NCCRS recommendations for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology at Post
Does Post University accept Introduction to Sociology as a direct equivalent to their SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Post University, UPI Study's Introduction to Sociology is recognized as a direct named equivalent of Post's SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Introduction to Sociology as transferring as SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your Post transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology at Post or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology, Post typically applies UPI Study's Introduction to Sociology as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your Post advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology directly at Post?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your Post degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while Post's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without Post enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at Post to reduce overall program time.
Does Post University ever change which courses they accept as SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Post University explicitly lists Introduction to Sociology → SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology. We update this page whenever the agreement changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the agreement change.
🔄 About transferring to Post
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Post degree?
Post University accepts up to 25% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 30 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by Post under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Post.
Do I need to enroll at Post first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Post enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Post when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Post?
Once you complete Introduction to Sociology, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Post University. Post's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Introduction to Sociology for your Post credit.

What is Introduction to Sociology?

Introduction to Sociology is the study of how people live together in groups, how social rules and institutions shape behavior, and why societies develop patterns such as inequality, deviance, and cultural differences. It looks at everyday life through a social lens, asking how family, school, work, government, race, gender, and other forces influence individual choices and opportunities.

How the course teaches you

Introduction to Sociology is taken online at your own pace, with video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. The grading is 20% quizzes, 30% assignments, and 50% final exam, so you can see exactly how the course is evaluated before you begin. When you complete the course and earn a 73% (C) or better, the transcript can be sent to Post University, where it is recognized as SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course gives you a framework for understanding how family, school, work, government, race, gender, and other forces shape behavior and opportunity. That perspective can help in settings where you need to read social situations clearly, communicate across differences, and understand how institutions affect daily life. At Post, the credit fits into degree plans such as the Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science, where SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology can support general education progress.

Skills you walk away with

explaining culture, socialization, and social structurecomparing major sociological theories and perspectivesusing basic sociological research methodsanalyzing inequality, deviance, and social changeexamining race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality in social lifeassessing the role of family, education, healthcare, and government

Taking this course toward Post

After you finish the course, your transcript is sent for review and Post University applies the credit as SOC 101 – Principles of Sociology. Because this is a named course equivalency, it maps directly to a specific course in the Post catalog rather than being treated as an unspecified elective. That matters when you are building a degree plan in an Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science program, since it gives you clearer placement in the curriculum. Post accepts up to 30 credits, or 25% of a degree, so this course should be planned as part of a broader transfer strategy.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students who want to move credit toward Post University while meeting a sociology requirement in a clear, named equivalency. It can work well for adults returning to school, students finishing a degree, or people planning a change into a Post program who want to stay within the 30-credit transfer ceiling. It is not the right choice if you need a course with a different subject area or if you are unlikely to earn at least a 73% (C), since that is required for transfer.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Post.

Post University is NECHE-accredited and accepts UPI Study's ACE & NCCRS-recommended courses for General Education transfer credit. A 73% (C) grade or better is required for a course to transfer.

What Post offers UPI students
✓Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
✓Flexible career-focused online degrees
✓73% (C) grade accepted for transfer
✓Built for working adults
The numbers
30 credits
Max UPI transfer toward a bachelor's
15 credits
Max UPI transfer toward an associate

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Post University.