Overview

This Social Sciences programme is being offered at Minerva University.

Key Facts

At Minerva, learning doesn't stop when class is over. Students apply academic knowledge in real-world settings and leave a lasting impact on the cities they rotate through in their four years at Minerva. As a Social Sciences major, you'll have the chance to develop plans to integrate a slum community to the city of Buenos Aires, considering cultural, economic, and infrastructural aspects, or to design a future sustainable civilization through the lens of collapsology with the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) in Berlin, among other curricular experiences.

During the summer, Social Sciences students extend their knowledge and experience from the academic year and secure competitive internships with leading organizations. These include consulting and policy firms, embassies, renowned institutions such as UNICEF, the U.S. Senate, the Global Energy Monitor, the Green Climate Fund, the Malmö Institute for Studies of Migration, and more.

Career Prospects

With a major in Social Sciences, you will be able to enter careers like:

Policy Associate / Policy Specialist

Legal Associate

Social Sciences Researcher

Counselor

Editorial Producer

Accreditation

Minerva University is an accredited member of the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Psychology: From Neurons to Society
Modern Economic Thought
Political Science and Social Change
Theories of Cognition and Emotion
Cognitive Neuroscience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-21 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Fully structured
Continuous support with feedback on request, Proactive tutoring and support
Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions), Online group works/assignments

Campus Location

San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

Cognitive Science Political Science Social Policy View 131 other Bachelors in Cognitive Science in United States

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

No standardized tests, no application fee, no enrollment cap.

In order to qualify to attend Minerva University you need to be an individual who possesses a unique set of qualities that will see you excelling here and in life beyond university.

A possession of these qualities is the true marker for a successful Minerva University applicant and shows us more than any standardized test score can.

If you choose to apply, prepare yourself to contribute to the Minerva University community and society as a whole while developing the skills to address complex problems, improve the human condition, and put what you learn in class into practice with civic projects, internships, and more.

What we look for:

A broad interest in a variety of subjects
Curiosity about the world and its people

The continuous drive to excel

A focus on community

An inventive, entrepreneurial spirit

The potential to lead
The ability to collaborate

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

24500 USD / year

≈ 24500 USD / year
Out-of-State

24500 USD / year

≈ 24500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

24500 USD / year

≈ 24500 USD / year

Living costs

San Francisco

United States

2206 - 4119 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Social Sciences.

Available Scholarships

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