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Tuition USD 4,578 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,704 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Boulder, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Sociology at University of Colorado at Boulder is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 12 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: USD 4,578 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,704 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
  5. Location: Boulder, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Sociology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Environmental Sociology
  2. Sociology of Gender
  3. Criminology and Deviance
  4. Population Studies
  5. Qualitative/Interpretive Sociology

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

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).

You need the following GMAT score:

Required score: 550

The GMAT is specifically designed for admission to business or management schools, and is meant to test how prepared you are for a business degree programme

Applicants must:
  • Hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.
  • Have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00.
  • GRE scores of at least 1100 combined on verbal and quantitative portions.
  • Provide 3 letters of recommendation.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 4,578 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,704 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 4,578 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,704 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Colorado at Boulder 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 Colorado at Boulder

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University of Colorado at Boulder

Boulder, United States

University of Colorado at Boulder is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months