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

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$11,272/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 Lutheran University4,4(5)

California, United States

Spirituality and Social Change

The Master of Arts in Spirituality and Social Change from California Lutheran University combines spiritual formation and theological education with the training required to effect social change. As our communities face social and ecological crises, the MA in Spirituality and Social Change equips students to respond.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$14,137/yr

Pennsylvania State University4,4(39)

University Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Rural Sociology

The Rural Sociology degree program at Pennsylvania State University emphasizes a comprehensive understanding of the various facets of societal organization pertinent to the rural sector.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$44,996/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

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

The City University of New York4,2(40)

New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Data Analytics and Applied Social Research

The goal of the Data Analytics and Applied Social Research master at The City University of New York is to bring your social research skills to industry-grade levels by thecompletion of your degree

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,650/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

Columbia University4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Sociocultural Anthropology

The Sociocultural Anthropology program at Columbia University is designed specifically for those who wish to cultivate a deeper understanding of the discipline of anthropology and improve their particular professional competence, but who intend only to pursue the MA degree.

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

1 year$73,456/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$14,291/yr

The University of Toledo4,7(3)

Toledo, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology program at The University of Toledo is committed to educating future social scientists who understand how culture and social forces guide human behavior and shape society.

Master Full-time On-campus

1½ year$14,154/yr

Texas State University4,2(20)

San Marcos, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Applied Sociology - Practicum

The Applied Sociology - Practicum program from Texas State University is designed to prepare students for careers in state and federal government agencies, large and small businesses and non-profit organizations.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$16,720/yr

University of New Hampshire4,3(7)

Durham, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Justice Studies

The Justice Studies Master of Arts degree program from University of New Hampshire offers you a challenging and hands-on environment to prepare for your dream career advancing justice. You will develop in three areas: philosophical and theoretical understandings of justice, knowledge of the inner-workings and realities of laws and justice systems, and skills related to implementation of justice.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$31,575/yr

Eastern Illinois University3,4(10)

Charleston, United States

Aging Studies

The M.A. in Aging Studies degree program from Eastern Illinois University is interdisciplinary and includes courses from nine different academic units.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online +2

1½ year$30,560/yr

Carleton University4,4(81)

Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Migration and Diaspora Studies

This innovative interdisciplinary graduate program in Migration and Diaspora Studies MA program from Carleton University allows students to address such interconnected issues as refugee movements, migration, mobility and diasporas that inform the modern world.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$14,890/yr