Program Overview
The Sociology at Lehigh University 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
- Tuition: USD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Bethlehem, 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
- Classical Social Theory
- Statistics for Sociological Inquiry
- 1 elective
- Advanced Research Methods: Qualitative
- Advanced Research methods: Quantitative
- 1 elective
- Research Practicum or SOC 490 Thesis
- 1 or 2 electives
- Research Practicum or SOC 490 Thesis
- 1-2 electives
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students seeking admission to the Master\'s program are evaluated based on:
- Undergraduate record
- GRE\'s - general test
- Recommendation letters
- Quality and appropriateness of personal essay
There is no fixed cut-off for GRE scores or GPA. Lehigh considers all of your materials together to make our best judgment of fit with the program and likelihood of success.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 20,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Lehigh University 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 Lehigh University
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, United States
Lehigh University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months