Overview

You will receive training in the methods of social research and theories of social organizations and social change and be prepared for graduate studies, leadership, and service in areas such as criminal justice, law, education, industry, human services, government, journalism, and non-profit organizations. Our criminology track allows you to explore the causes and controls of crime, deviance, and delinquency.

The curriculum imparts to students an understanding of society and culture as it is organized in various social institutions and provides training in the methods and theories of social research. Faculty work with students on research in such areas as globalization, social mapping, gender issues, culture and diversity, and various types of criminal and deviant behavior.

Outcomes

Sociology majors graduate from University of Portland with a variety of capacities that are valuable in today’s world, including:

The ability to see larger social processes and be aware of social change;
The ability to think critically about social life, to question assumptions, and to consider alternatives;
An understanding of the social forces that shape individuals and the way that these forces limit or enable us;
The ability to understand, interpret, and design social research;
The ability to express themselves through the written and spoken word;

An understanding of culture and the way it shapes our perception of the world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Class and Inequality

Race and Ethnic Relations

Sociology of Deviant Behavior
Race and Racism in the United States

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National

More details

National: After this date, the University of Portland will continue to take applications on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portland, 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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IELTS

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General requirements

Apply with the Common Application (available for Fall 2024)
Apply with the UP Application (available for Fall 2024)
Official secondary school records
Secondary School Report / Recommendation Form
Essay (follow application prompts)
SAT or ACT Exam

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

58800 USD / year

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Out-of-State

58800 USD / year

≈ 58800 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

58800 USD / year

≈ 58800 USD / year

Living costs

Portland

United States

1271 - 2262 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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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

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