Cal Poly 2+2 Sociology Program
Earn a Cal Poly Sociology Degree at Allan Hancock College
The Cal Poly 2+2 Sociology Program at Allan Hancock College is an opportunity for transfer students to earn a Cal Poly Bachelor of Arts in Sociology degree without commuting to San Luis Obispo. All required coursework will be available at the Allan Hancock College campus in Santa Maria, and the class schedule is designed for students balancing their studies alongside other responsibilities.
Students in the Cal Poly 2+2 Sociology Program are Mustangs! All 2+2 Sociology students have full access to Cal Poly services including library resources, healthcare, advising, career support, and more. Many services are available virtually and students are also welcome to access resources and attend events at Cal Poly including Week of Welcome, club meetings, sports games, concerts, and theater arts performances. Students in the 2+2 program also have access to select resources at Allan Hancock College.
Getting Started is Easy
1. Be on track to earn a Sociology Associate for Transfer Degree (ADT).
Students interested in applying to the 2+2 Sociology Program at Allan Hancock College should refer to Cal Poly’s Transfer Course Criteria for Sociology. To meet both required and desired transfer course criteria for the 2+2 Sociology program at Allan Hancock College, prospective students are strongly encouraged to complete an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) in Sociology. This degree is also sometimes referred to as an Associate in Arts Transfer Degree (AAT). An ADT or AAT can be earned from any California community college and some out of state colleges. This preparation will maximize chances for timely completion of the Cal Poly 2+2 Sociology Program.
If you have questions about whether your courses meet the Transfer Course Criteria or ADT in Sociology, please meet with an advisor at your community college transfer center.
Allan Hancock College students can contact:
Hancock College University Transfer Center
Phone: 805-922-6966 ext 3293
Visit: counseling@hancockcollege.edu
2. Apply for the Cal Poly 2+2 Sociology Program at Allan Hancock College.
Learn more about through our Cal Poly Admissions website
Select “Sociology @ Allan Hancock College” as your major when applying to Cal Poly.
For all other questions about applying to the program, please contact Cal Poly Admissions:
Cal Poly Admissions
Phone: 805-756-2311
Text: 805-865-7177
Visit: admissions@calpoly.edu
3. If admitted, 2+2 students take two academic years of Cal Poly Sociology and General Education courses at Allan Hancock College.
The Cal Poly at Hancock program will follow the Cal Poly academic calendar.
The program is designed with a flexible schedule so you can experience Cal Poly’s Learn by Doing approach while balancing other responsibilities. Classes for the program are held in person on the Allan Hancock College campus while Cal Poly is in session.
As a Cal Poly sociology major, your courses will help you understand and appreciate the diversity of human experience, how social contexts influence individual behavior, and how race, class, gender, and other social categories impact groups and individuals within and beyond the United States.
The courses required to complete your BA will provide you with training in research design and data analysis, teach you how to understand individual circumstances in the context of broader local, national, and global forces, and provide high-impact Learn by Doing experiences with real-world applications, including internships and the capstone senior project.
4. Graduate with a Cal Poly Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and pursue your career!
The Cal Poly Sociology BA prepares students for careers in a range of fields including criminal justice, law, social services, government, business, and education. As a Cal Poly 2+2 sociology student, you will have access to Cal Poly Career Services, course professional development seminars, and high-impact Learn by Doing experiences directly related to your career.
Frequently Asked Questions
See answers to common questions.
If I have questions about the 2+2 Sociology Program, who should I reach out to?
For questions about:
- Sociology ADT/AAT: Contact your local Community College Counselor
- The 2+2 Sociology Program: Contact Dr. Lata Murti (lmurti@calpoly.edu)
- How your course credits will transfer: https://www.assist.org/
Is financial aid available for students?
All students are encouraged to apply for financial aid at Cal Poly. The financial aid that a student qualifies for depends on their individual circumstances. Please contact the Financial Aid Office with questions.
Cal Poly Financial Aid Office
Phone: 805-756-2927
Email: financialaid@calpoly.edu
What coursework do I need to complete to apply to the Cal Poly 2+2 Sociology Program?
See details above about applying for the program above.
Are the classes in-person or online?
Required classes will be offered in hybrid modality (part in-person, part online), with the potential to take select courses online.
I am a student with dependents, will childcare be available during in-person classes?
Students with infants, toddlers, or preschool age-children can reach out to the Orfalea Children’s Center Lab School at Allan Hancock College’s Santa Maria campus to inquire about the availability of twilight hour childcare. Cal Poly students in the 2+2 Sociology program are eligible for these services and are encouraged to contact the Children’s Center with questions and information about how to apply:
Orfalea Children’s Center Lab School
Maria Suarez, Director
Phone: 805-922-6966 ext. 3935
Will I be able to access disability resources?
Admitted students with a Cal Poly EMPLID number can complete a Request for Services through the Cal Poly Disability Resource Center.
Additional Contact Information
2+2 Sociology Program Recruitment & Retention Coordinator Dr. Lata Murti: lmurti@calpoly.edu
2+2 Sociology Program Curriculum Coordinator Dr. Sara Lopus: slopus@calpoly.edu