Overview

The Sociology curriculum at University of Massachusetts Boston advances your knowledge in core areas and helps focus your interest, while providing experience in a related work environment and ultimately helping you select a career path. For additional information, download the Sociology Major Fact Sheet and review the chart detailing the recommended progression of required coursework.

In this program, you will:

Develop a sociological imagination and lens through which you can analyze and understand social phenomena, structures, institutions, and individual experiences
Acquire a strong foundation in sociological theories and research methods, enabling you to conduct rigorous social research, critically evaluate evidence, and analyze complex social issues using
Cultivate effective communication skills, both written and oral, to articulate sociological concepts and present research findings

Careers

The study of Sociology, Social Psychology, or Criminology & Criminal Justice provides an excellent background for many careers.

Our graduates pursue work or graduate study in human services, corrections, law, teaching, public health, business, urban planning, public relations, research, and media.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sociology in Boston

Social Theory

Methods of Sociological Research

Social Statistics

Criminological Statistics and Data Analysis

Psychological Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2024-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed UMass Boston online admission application
Application fee of $100
An official high school record, leaving certificate and/or graduation examination results or their notarized copies. All documents in foreign languages must be translated by a certified professional. Records must be sent directly from the institution to be considered official.
Academic recommendation letter (from a school-based counselor and/or teacher)
500-word essay
Test scores

Tuition Fee

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International

36581 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36581 USD per year during 48 months.
National

36581 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36581 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

14905 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14905 USD per year during 48 months.

New England Regional Regional: $26,081 /year

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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