Sociology, MA
Science, Scientist, cultures, human, social
Learn how the patterns of social relationships and social interactions impact individuals, family members and workers.
In the Master of Arts program in sociology, students preparing for applied careers in sociology receive advanced training.
Students gain knowledge and skills to analyze societal structures, institutions and behaviors to identify, assess and solve social problems. They develop an understanding of how social context influences well-being and an understanding of the factors that promote successful relationships and positive outcomes.
The online format provides easy access to rigorous and valuable information that informs best practices in improving the lives of individuals, families and communities. The program also includes a customizable culminating experience that allows students to focus their training in their areas of interest and work.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: Online
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
30 credit hours including the required capstone course (SOC 588)
Required Core (6 credit hours) Electives (15 credit hours) Other Requirements (6 credit hours) Culminating Experience (3 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information
SOC 585 Sociological Theory (3)
SOC 586 or FAS 586 Masters Professional Development (3)
diversity course (3)
other elective coursework (12)
SOC 500 Research Methods (3)
SOC 501 Social Statistics (3)
SOC 588 Capstone Culminating Experience (3) or FAS 588 Capstone Culminating Experience (3)
Students should see the academic unit for a complete list of approved electives. The diversity course and other elective coursework are chosen with approval by the academic advisor. SOC 500 and SOC 501 may be replaced by equivalent courses with approval from the academic advisor.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S.
applicants | International
applicants | English
proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework
- current resume or curriculum vitae
- a personal statement of goals relevant to the program
- two letters of recommendation (academic or professional)
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
The personal statement must be two to three pages, double-spaced, and it should address the applicant's professional goals, their strengths for success in the program, and any relevant professional experience or responsibilities they have completed.
Letters of recommendation must be from at least two individuals with a professional or academic background and connection to the applicant. Family members and friends do not meet this criterion. Letters of recommendation must be received electronically.
Applicants should see the program website for application deadlines and admission terms.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | Online | 07/20 | Final |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
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| Session A/C | Online | 12/11 | Final |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | Online | 04/18 | Final |
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Apply evidence-based knowledge effectively in real-world settings.
- Critically evaluate and interpret information, data, and research findings relevant to their field.
- Communicate academic knowledge to diverse audiences.
Professionals with expertise in research methodologies and data analysis coupled with an understanding of social and cultural issues and social change are sought-after in areas such as human services, human resources, education, public policy and community service in the social service, business and nonprofit sectors.
Career examples include:
- advocate
- case manager
- community health worker
- mediator
- nonclinical health care staff
- outreach coordinator
- probation officer
- program manager
- research coordinator
- social and community services manager
- social worker
- sociologist
- sociology instructor
Although the program content is beneficial to therapists and counselors, this degree does not enable students to seek licensure as a professional counselor or therapist; that requires the completion of an additional program or degree.
Sanford School of Social and Family Dynamics
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Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
