Bellamy Building, FSU Campus

Welcome to the College of Social Sciences at Florida State University.

This is a vibrant place. Our six academic departments and 17 Interdisciplinary Programs, Centers, and Institutes address virtually every economic, political, and social issue that society must face in the 21st century. … Our students receive an education that reflects the College's mission to prepare them for meaningful careers, advanced professional training, and an active role in public life.
- David W. Rasmussen, Dean, College of Social Sciences

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The College of Social Sciences is dedicated to providing students with the highest quality instruction and performing first class research to serve society. Read more from Our Mission »

Last year over 30,000 students enrolled in our courses and we have 2900 majors in our degree programs. During 2005-06 we conferred 1300 degrees, a figure that includes 207 master's degrees and 29 Ph.D.s. Read more Program Statistics »

The College's strategic plan is to build on our existing strengths. To show how our goals will be achieved, we have established six teaching and research priorities. Read more from our Teaching & Research Priorities »