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    MA. in Sociology

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    Boston, USMAIn-person2 years
    $64,860.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    50%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    11
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    MA. in Sociology at Boston College is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Boston, US. Tuition is $64,860.

    About the program

    Provides foundation for Ph.D. study and prepares for careers in social research and applied sociological analysis. Requires courses in social inquiry, theory, statistics, and option for thesis or paper.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE General Test (strongly recommended)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT score: 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Paper score: 8

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,275.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MA. in Sociology at Boston College cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MA. in Sociology at Boston College is $64,860 across 30 required credits.
    Is MA. in Sociology at Boston College online or in-person?
    MA. in Sociology at Boston College is offered in-person.
    How long does MA. in Sociology at Boston College take to complete?
    MA. in Sociology at Boston College is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    How competitive is MA. in Sociology at Boston College?
    MA. in Sociology at Boston College reports an acceptance rate of approximately 50%.
    How large is the MA. in Sociology at Boston College cohort?
    MA. in Sociology at Boston College typically enrolls around 11 students per cohort.