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Our Master of Arts in Sociology program is designed to prepare you for professional employment in which you can use your analytical and research skills or for further education in PhD programs in sociology. The Master of Arts in Sociology requires a total of 33 credit hours. Most students complete the degree in two years. The average course load is nine credit hours per semester. Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School and present evidence of preparation to do work in sociology. Thesis Option We encourage our graduate students to write a master's thesis, which will require you to work closely with a faculty member on a project of original research. If you choose to write a master's thesis, you may earn up to six credit hours for thesis work. Most students that opt to write a thesis usually finish their thesis project during the second year of graduate work. In place of writing a thesis, our graduate students have the option of completing professional certificates (e.g. Institutional Research Certificate and Teaching Certificate) or taking the methods and statistics track by taking additional courses in related areas. Degree requirements The Master of Arts in sociology requires 33 hours. Students must complete a 18-hour core of required courses. To complete the remaining 15 hours, students will choose one of the following concentrations, depending on their needs and backgrounds: thesis, institutional research certificate, teaching certificate, directed electives in methods and statistics, or certificate in interpretive ethnography. The research methodology course requirement is met by SOC 681.
Program overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Study Level
Masters
Our Master of Arts in Sociology program is designed to prepare you for professional employment in which you can use your analytical and research skills or for further education in PhD programs in sociology. The Master of Arts in Sociology requires a total of 33 credit hours. Most students complete the degree in two years. The average course load is nine credit hours per semester. Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School and present evidence of preparation to do work in sociology. Thesis Option We encourage our graduate students to write a master's thesis, which will require you to work closely with a faculty member on a project of original research. If you choose to write a master's thesis, you may earn up to six credit hours for thesis work. Most students that opt to write a thesis usually finish their thesis project during the second year of graduate work. In place of writing a thesis, our graduate students have the option of completing professional certificates (e.g. Institutional Research Certificate and Teaching Certificate) or taking the methods and statistics track by taking additional courses in related areas. Degree requirements The Master of Arts in sociology requires 33 hours. Students must complete a 18-hour core of required courses. To complete the remaining 15 hours, students will choose one of the following concentrations, depending on their needs and backgrounds: thesis, institutional research certificate, teaching certificate, directed electives in methods and statistics, or certificate in interpretive ethnography. The research methodology course requirement is met by SOC 681.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Each year, more than 800 international students, both graduate and undergraduate, attend Ball State for our - affordable cost of attendance - availability of scholarships and assistantships - breadth of educational programs - ranked and recognized academic programs and reputation for academic excellence - friendly and welcoming campus environment - top-notch facilities and technology - comfortable residence halls - convenient dining facilities - extensive library collections - more than 300 student organizations - calendar full of activities and entertainment For students from Europe of South Asia, interested in learning more about Ball State University.
Each year, more than 800 international students, both graduate and undergraduate, attend Ball State for our - affordable cost of attendance - availability of scholarships and assistantships - breadth of educational programs - ranked and recognized academic programs and reputation for academic excellence - friendly and welcoming campus environment - top-notch facilities and technology - comfortable residence halls - convenient dining facilities - extensive library collections - more than 300 student organizations - calendar full of activities and entertainment For students from Europe of South Asia, interested in learning more about Ball State University.
Master of Arts in Sociology
SociologyMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Study Level
Masters
Program overview
Main Subject
Sociology
Study Level
Masters
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Tuition fee and scholarships
Scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
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How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
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Each year, more than 800 international students, both graduate and undergraduate, attend Ball State for our - affordable cost of attendance - availability of scholarships and assistantships - breadth of educational programs - ranked and recognized academic programs and reputation for academic excellence - friendly and welcoming campus environment - top-notch facilities and technology - comfortable residence halls - convenient dining facilities - extensive library collections - more than 300 student organizations - calendar full of activities and entertainment For students from Europe of South Asia, interested in learning more about Ball State University.
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Each year, more than 800 international students, both graduate and undergraduate, attend Ball State for our - affordable cost of attendance - availability of scholarships and assistantships - breadth of educational programs - ranked and recognized academic programs and reputation for academic excellence - friendly and welcoming campus environment - top-notch facilities and technology - comfortable residence halls - convenient dining facilities - extensive library collections - more than 300 student organizations - calendar full of activities and entertainment For students from Europe of South Asia, interested in learning more about Ball State University.
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Master of Arts in Executive Development for Public Service
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Master of Arts in Journalism
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Master of Arts in Political Science
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Master of Arts in Sociology
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Master of Arts in Telecommunications
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Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Community and Economic Development Concentration
Master of Public Administration (MPA) - Criminal Justice and Criminology (CJC) Concentration
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