Overview

Students can major in general Sociology at Duquesne University or choose one of two areas of concentration:

Criminal Justice
Social Justice and Policy

They can also:

minor in sociology
minor in criminal justice
minor in health and human services

Research in Sociology

Sociologists research topics as diverse as street crime and delinquency, corporate downsizing, how people express emotions, welfare, education reform, families, peace or war. Sociologists understand social inequality, patterns of behavior, forces for social change and resistance, and how social systems work.

The Mission: To Use Science to Improve Society

The program's mission recalls the original mandate of sociology, as first defined in the 19th century by Auguste Comte, to use the methods of science to improve society.

The primary responsibility is to teach students the discipline of sociology. Courses require synthesis and evaluation, and the application of knowledge to concrete circumstances.

The faculty teach students to identify assumptions, theories and methodological approaches relevant to a particular issue, and we sensitize our students to opposing viewpoints and alternative hypotheses.

The mission includes their responsibility to extend sociological knowledge through research, publication, lectures and other forms of public dissemination.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Survey of Sociology
Cultural Anthropology
Social Problems and Social Policy
Global Sociology
Classical Sociological Theory
Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

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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General requirements

Transcripts:
Original or attested copies of official academic records from the last four years of your education.
Credentials should be submitted in the native language with certified English translations and sent directly from the school and/or university you attended.
At least one (1) letter of recommendation from someone who can attest to both your academic and personal strengths
Submit a personal statement of at least 300 words which answers the following questions and includes examples of research, shadowing or volunteering experiences:
What is unique about you?
Why have you chosen this major?
How will Duquesne help you to achieve your academic, personal, and professional goals?
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

51068 USD / year

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Out-of-State

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

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

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Overview

Research in Sociology

The Mission: To Use Science to Improve Society

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Pittsburgh

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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