UPI Study Colleges Southern New Hampshire University Introduction to Sociology
Southern New Hampshire University Transfer Credit · Sociology 110

SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology at SNHU.

Earn this Southern New Hampshire 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 SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology at Southern New Hampshire University
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Introduction to Sociology
Sociology 110 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Southern New Hampshire University recognizes as
SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: SOC112
NECHE accredited since 1968 · Transcript sent directly to Southern New Hampshire University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to SNHU
⏱️ 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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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Southern New Hampshire University's registrar. SNHU applies the equivalency: SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology.

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Credits transferred
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Savings = credits × $342 (SNHU's published online undergraduate per-credit rate). SNHU is not a signed UPI Study partner; it evaluates transfer credit course-by-course, and final credit awards are determined solely by SNHU's registrar.

Frequently asked questions

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📚 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 SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology at SNHU
Does Southern New Hampshire University accept Introduction to Sociology as a direct equivalent to their SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Southern New Hampshire University, UPI Study's Introduction to Sociology is recognized as a direct named equivalent of SNHU's SOC112 – Introduction to 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 SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your SNHU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology at SNHU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology, SNHU typically applies UPI Study's Introduction to Sociology as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your SNHU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology directly at SNHU?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your SNHU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while SNHU's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without SNHU enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at SNHU to reduce overall program time.
Does Southern New Hampshire University ever change which courses they accept as SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Southern New Hampshire University explicitly lists Introduction to Sociology → SOC112 – Introduction to 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 SNHU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my SNHU degree?
Southern New Hampshire University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 34 UPI Study courses are recognized by SNHU as verified course equivalencies, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at SNHU.
Do I need to enroll at SNHU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no SNHU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to SNHU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach SNHU?
Once you complete Introduction to Sociology, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Southern New Hampshire University. SNHU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Introduction to Sociology for your SNHU 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 a self-paced online course built around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam weighted at 20% quizzes, 30% assignments, and 50% the final exam. When you finish and your transcript is issued, SNHU can evaluate it as SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology, which is a named course equivalency rather than a general elective match.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course gives you a framework for understanding how family, education, work, government, race, gender, and other institutions shape behavior and opportunity, which is useful in many settings. At SNHU, that learning can sit directly in an Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree plan through the SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology equivalency, so the credit is tied to a specific academic requirement rather than left undefined.

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 SNHU

After you complete the course, your transcript is sent for evaluation and SNHU's registrar applies the verified equivalency as SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology. Because this is a named course equivalency, it can satisfy the specific sociology course in an SNHU degree plan rather than counting only as an unspecified transfer elective. SNHU accepts up to 90 transfer credits, which is 75% of a degree, so this course can help you move progress into the program while staying within that limit. The course is especially relevant for students building toward SNHU Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree programs.

Who this course is for

This course is a practical option for students planning to bring credit into SNHU and want a clear course match, especially if they are working toward an Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree and need a sociology requirement. It is also a fit for students who want a course with verified course-by-course recognition, since SNHU accepts UPI Study courses on that basis and this one maps to SOC112 – Introduction to Sociology. It is not the best choice if you need a broad, unstructured elective with no specific SNHU course outcome in mind, or if you are already at the 90-credit transfer ceiling.

Verified course equivalency

What it means to transfer to SNHU.

Southern New Hampshire University accepts UPI Study courses for transfer credit on a course-by-course basis. These equivalencies are verified from SNHU's evaluation chart.

What SNHU offers UPI students
One of the largest online universities
Up to 90 transfer credits to a bachelor's
Verified course-by-course equivalencies
NECHE-accredited nonprofit
The numbers
90 credits
Max transfer toward a bachelor's
Course-by-course
How equivalencies are evaluated

This is a verified course equivalency, not a formal partnership. Transfer credits are never guaranteed and are determined solely by the 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 Southern New Hampshire University.