Overview

You’re also encouraged to participate in independent research and study abroad. Past students have studied race in Sweden; examined job expectations of nannies on Craigslist; and conducted research on Chinatown in Buenos Aires.

As a Sociology graduate at Gettysburg College, you’ll be well prepared for graduate study and careers in fields such as law, human services, education, business, and public policy.

Learning Outcomes

Students will:

comprehend the power dynamics that produce stratification and inequality across time and space through the social and cultural processes that inform human interaction and the extent to which institutions could shape these processes

describe key sociological theories and concepts , explain the development of these theories and concepts in their specific historical contexts, and apply them in explaining past and current social phenomena

design a research project that is theoretically grounded and based on a thorough literature review, and to apply key qualitative or quantitative methods of data collection and analysis used in sociology complete that project, and to critically evaluate these approaches’ strengths and limitations, and ethical and political implications

demonstrate mastery of skills in writing (including proper citation), reading, speaking, and utilizing electronic media grounded in the discipline of Sociology.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Population

Sociology of Mass Media & Popular Culture

Sociology of the Family

Race and Ethnicity

Deviance, Diversity & Difference

Gender Inequalities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Units

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gettysburg, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form: Gettysburg College uses the Common Application, and students are strongly encouraged to submit their application online.

Official secondary school records.

Teacher recommendation.

Counselor recommendation.

Official SAT I or ACT scores: Official scores should be sent to the College. The institutional codes for Gettysburg College are 2275 (SAT) and 3580 (ACT).

English language proficiency testing.

International Student financial statement.

Financial aid application for International Students.

Interviews: While interviews are not required, Gettysburg College does value the opportunity to learn more about you beyond your application.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

68970 USD / year

≈ 68970 USD / year
Out-of-State

68970 USD / year

≈ 68970 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

68970 USD / year

≈ 68970 USD / year

Living costs

Gettysburg

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Tuition Fees

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