Program Overview
The Applied Sociology at University of Maryland Baltimore County is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Sociology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Baltimore, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Sociology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Methodology of Social Science Research
- Statistical Analysis
- Inequality and Social Policy
- Sociological Theory
- Constructing Race, Class, and Gender
- Cyberspace Culture
- SAS for Social Scientists
- Qualitative Methods
- Social Epidemiology
- Sociology of Aging
- Family and Aging in Society
- Work and Retirement
- Gender, Work and Family in Cross-Cultural Perspective
- Health and Illness in the 21st Century
- Sociology of Health and Illness Behavior
- Health Care Issues
- Social History of American Medicine
- Sociology of Mental Health and Illness
- The Social and Institutional Roles of Nonprofit Organizations in American Society
- Structure and Functions of Nonprofit Organizations
- Advanced Selected Topics in Sociology
- Directed Independent Study
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements:
- Goal Statement: In a 300-500 word statement, please discuss your academic objectives pertaining to your desired program plan to study, including contemplated research projects and professional career goals. Include any of your research or background as it fits with your desired program, along with any administrative, research, or teaching experiences. We will only accept .doc and .pdf files to our application.
- Reference Contact Information: References are professors or professionals that can complete a Letter of Recommendation form. This form is sent to your desired references via email only after you have submitted your application. Please notify your references that you are including their names and email addresses on your application.
- Education History: You will be asked for information regarding all previously attended universities or higher-education institutions, including years attended and degrees conferred.
- Transcripts: You will have the opportunity to upload a single .pdf file as an unofficial transcript. Unofficial transcripts can be used for early admission considerations, however you are still required to submit official and final transcripts to complete your application.
- Unofficial transcripts can be submitted by the applicant for early consideration. We will only accept .pdf copies of an unofficial transcript.
- Official transcripts must be sent from your previous institution\xc2\x92s Registrar\xc2\x92s Office and cannot be opened, unsealed, or altered in any way.
- GRE Scores: Certain programs require a submission of GRE scores for consideration. Confirm your program requirements and please visit the GRE website for more information.
- Resum\xc3\xa9 or CV: A professional resum\xc3\xa9 or academic curriculum vitae may be uploaded with the online application. You will only be asked to provide one if the admitting program requires one.
- Writing Sample: Select programs prefer to evaluate their candidates\xc2\x92 ability to write. Please confirm with your program to verify if a writing sample is required.
- Supplemental or Department Requirements: Some programs require additional information regarding your background or research interests. Supplemental application requirements can be found on your specific program\xc2\x92s page.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maryland Baltimore County directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Maryland Baltimore County
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, United States
University of Maryland Baltimore County is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months