Program Overview
The Sociology at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis 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 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
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 957 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 339 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Indianapolis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Sociology of Health and Illness
- Sociology of Work
- Families and Social Policy
- Gender in Society
- Urban Sociology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- US bachelor\xc2\x92s degree, or foreign equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
- A personal statement, 500-750 words (about 2 pages) on "Why I want an MA Degree in Sociology."
- 3 letters of recommendation.
- One writing sample (sole authored).
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 957 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 339 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 957 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 339 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis 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 Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, United States
Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) was a joint campus of Indiana University and Purdue University in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, from 1969 to 2024, offering...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-21
- Language English
- Duration 24 months