SociologyNorth America

442 Master's degrees in Sociology in North America

Georgia State University4,3(60)

Atlanta, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

The standalone Sociology MA program offered at Georgia State University trains social researchers who do not necessarily plan to pursue a career in academia. Students in this program can receive training in social research skills that can allow them to work in industry or the non-profit sector as qualitative and quantitative researchers.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$33,302/yr

University of Texas El Paso4,3(19)

El Paso, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at University of Texas El Paso has excellent BA programs in Sociology and Anthropology and an excellent MA program in Sociology (with close collaboration of the Anthropology faculty).

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$17,530/yr

George Mason University4,1(103)

Fairfax, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Psychology - Human Factors/Applied Cognition

This Psychology - Human Factors/Applied Cognition M.A program specialization at George Mason University trains students to apply basic research skills in the cognitive sciences to "real-world" problems. Faculty help place students who do not have real-world experience in a part- or full-time practicum before completing their degree.

M.A. Full-time On-campus +2

1 year$41,124/yr

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Mesa, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Integrative Social Science

The Integrative Social Science MSc degree from Arizona State University is intended for forward-looking students who wish to make a positive impact on society. The integrative approach emphasizes both theoretical analysis and real-world problem-solving abilities.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,348/yr

Southeastern Louisiana University4,7(10)

Hammond, United States

Applied Sociology

Southeastern Louisiana University's Applied Sociology graduate program teaches students to research, analyze and develop strategies to solve real-world problems within community institutions, organizations and groups of individuals.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$6,684/yr

Lakehead University4,1(58)

Thunder Bay, Canada Top 8% in Worldwide

Psychology - Psychological Science

The Psychology - Psychological Science programme at Lakehead University is a research-intensive Master of Science (M.Sc.) delivered full-time at the Thunder Bay campus. This thesis-based programme spans two years and offers specialised streams in Gerontology or Gender and Women's Studies for advanced academic inquiry.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$11,260/yr

University of Louisville

Louisville, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Sociology

Sociology from University of Louisville is designed to provide a strong statistical and methodological foundation for students who wish to move directly into the workforce upon completion of their master's degree, as well as for those who plan to pursue a doctoral degree in sociology.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$31,108/yr

University of Oklahoma4,5(30)

Norman, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Department of Sociology at University of Oklahoma is a nationally ranked graduate program. We provide rigorous training for our graduate students and cultivate a collaborative and collegial atmosphere. With a small number of graduate students, our faculty members and graduate students work closely together to develop cutting-edge research.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$22,062/yr

California State University Fullerton4,4(8)

Fullerton, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology degree at California State University Fullerton is committed to public and critical sociology based on rigorous research methods, a solid grounding in social theory, and professional application.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$7,571/yr

California State University Los Angeles3,9(41)

Los Angeles, United States

Sociology

Sociology from California State University Los Angeles provides advanced study in sociological theory and methods of research with a variety of subject matter emphases that students plan with a graduate advisor.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$9,144/yr

West Virginia University4,4(8)

Morgantown, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Sociology

The master’s program in Sociology at West Virginia University typically serves as a foundation for students who wish to either pursue doctoral studies in sociology or a related discipline, or seek research-oriented jobs in universities, government, community agencies and private industry.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,024/yr

Boston University4,1(85)

Boston, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Macro Social Work

Macro Social Work offered by Boston University promotes human development and social justice through work with communities and organizations.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2

2 years$39,368/yr

University of Florida4,3(102)

Online Top 1% in Worldwide

Social Studies Education

The School of Teaching & Learning at University of Florida is designed for practicing teachers seeking to enhance pedagogical strategies, with graduate-level coursework and individualized projects according to students’ interests.

M.Ed. Part-time Online

$31,872/yr

Middle Tennessee State University4,8(5)

Murfreesboro, United States

Sociology

The master's degree program in Sociology at Middle Tennessee State University effectively prepares graduates that intend to pursue further, doctoral-level academic study or seek employment in non-academic and applied settings in the public, private, and non-profit economic sectors.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$20,940/yr

Vanderbilt University4,6(5)

Nashville, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Community Development and Action

Lead social change and transform the world. The Community Development and Action program of Vanderbilt University combines theory, research, and practice to equip you to become a change agent in organizations and communities that support positive human development.

M.Ed. Full-time On-campus

2 years$36,075/yr

University of Minnesota4,2(48)

Minneapolis, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Family Social Science

The Family Social Science program of the University of Minnesota is a unique program using the insights and methods of the social sciences to examine human development over the lifespan and how families work within various contexts and cultures.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$33,552/yr

Saybrook University

Online

Transformative Social Change

By understanding the interconnectedness of our world, you will be poised to shape policy, lead organizations, and champion causes from a local to global scale with the Transformative Social Change - Social Impact Media programme at Saybrook University.

M.A. Full-time Online

2 years$23,859/yr

Illinois State University4,5(24)

Normal, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Graduate Pathway in Human Development and Family Science

At INTO Illinois State University the Graduate Pathway in Human Development and Family Science program will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Illinois State University.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

½ yearTuition not available

Montclair State University4,3(7)

Montclair, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Teaching with Dual Certification in Social Studies and Teacher of Students with Disabilities

Teaching with Dual Certification in Social Studies and Teacher of Students with Disabilities from Montclair State University is open to students who wish to teach in this content area in K-12 schools.

M.A.T. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,540/yr

University of Ottawa4,1(87)

Ottawa, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Chemistry - Science, Society and Policy

Chemistry - Science, Society and Policy from University of Ottawa combines the research strengths of the University of Ottawa and Carleton University. The institute offers graduate programs leading to the master’s (MSc) and doctoral (PhD) degrees in Chemistry.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$14,276/yr