
Social Justice Studies BA
Why this program?
You believe in the power of change, and the power of people to make it. You believe that building a more socially and environmentally just world for all takes equal parts strategy, persistence, and vision. You want to move beyond opinions and learn to analyze our social systems and while growing your own sense of purpose. You are ready to mobilize and support movements for justice more than you already do.
What can you do with this degree?
In the march for social justice, there are a myriad of roles one can take. Our graduates go onto to pursue a masters, doctorate, or law school school degree, or work in non-profit organizations, international work, education, and community activism. Some of their careers are listed here:.
- Labor & Community Organizer
- Social Researcher
- Sustainable Community Development Worker
- Regional and Urban Planner
- Journalist
- Legal Mitigator
- International Aid and Development Worker
- Equity & Diversity Officer
- Communications Strategist
- Media Planner
- Public Historian
- Civil Service Worker
- Public Policy Analyst
- Campaign Coordinator
- Community Outreach Director
- Public Relations Specialist
- Editor
What will this program look like?
Interdisciplinary and immersive, students in this program gain first-hand knowledge and experience on the study of social change. By learning both the theories and skills, learn how to critically analyze, research, collaborate, and participate directly in environmental and social justice work. Integrate global perspectives with hands-on civic engagement. Keep your studies broad, or focus around one specific area of interest, such as Indigenous Studies, Migration Studies, Global Systems, Ethnic Studies, Environmental Justice and Communities, or Law and Policy. Or integrate with one of our accelerated Masters programs such as the Social Justice and Community Organizing program. Study in the classroom and in the field, locally and internationally, through internships and mentorships, and on campaigns and research projects.
Key program information
Start Date
August 22, 2023
Application Deadline
Fall 2023
Application Checklist
- List of References
- Completed Application
- Current resume
- Official transcripts
- Essay (email for details)
Key Program Information
- The Social Justice Studies BA Program is accredited by Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. The Higher Learning Commission has approved Prescott College to offer all of its degree titles via distance education..
Click to view program requirements and academic program information in the Course Catalog.
Careers & Opportunities

Career Pathways
Social Justice Studies BA degree leads to extensive opportunity. Here are just a few:
- Labor & Community Organizer
- Social Researcher
- Sustainable Community Development Worker
- Regional and Urban Planner
- Journalist
- Legal Mitigator
- International Aid and Development Worker
- Equity & Diversity Officer
- Communications Strategist
- Media Planner
- Public Historian
- Civil Service Worker
- Public Policy Analyst
- Campaign Coordinator
- Community Outreach Director
- Public Relations Specialist
- Editor

Career Planning
Our student success team works with you to map out a plan that works, for your goals and your life. There are many ways to get where you’re going, and we’ve seen it all!

Are you interested in being part of our community?
One thing we all have in common is our passion – passion for helping others, passion for the environment, passion for social justice and a passion for a different kind of learning experience.