Program Overview
The Sociology at University of Colorado Colorado Springs 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 1,405 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,405 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Colorado Springs, 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
- Proseminar in Sociology
- Seminar: Research Methods
- Seminar: Social Theory
- Advanced Statistics and Research
- Community Organization and Analysis
- Program Evaluation
- Sociology of Media and Popular Culture
- Race and Ethnic Relations (Participant Observation)
- Media Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
Application for admission is made online.
To be admitted as a regular degree student, an applicant must have:
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university or have completed work equivalent for such a degree and equivalent to the degree given at this University
- An undergraduate overall grade-point average of at least 3.00*
- Adequate preparation to begin graduate study in sociology
- Show promise for advanced study and research, as judged by the applicant\'s previous scholastic record
- Applicants with lower GPA may be considered with strong Graduate Record Exam scores. The GRE exam is not required otherwise.
International Students
Application Process
- Applications are submitted to the UCCS Graduate School website online here.
- Submit three letters of recommendation from instructors at academic institutions. If academic recommendations cannot be secured, please contact the graduate director to determine under what circumstances letters from past or current employers would be acceptable. In addition, students must address in their statement of purpose why three letters of references could not be secured from academics and briefly describing the people who are writing the letters of recommendation and their relationship to the applicant.
- Be recommended for admission to the regular degree status by the Graduate Faculty in the Department of Sociology
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,405 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,405 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,405 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,405 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Colorado Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, United States
University of Colorado Colorado Springs 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