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    Sociology (M.A.)

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    University Park, USMAIn-person2 years
    $77,776.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    38
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Sociology (M.A.) at The Pennsylvania State University is a 38-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in University Park, US. Tuition is $77,776.

    About the program

    The program provides training in social theory, research methodology, statistics, and specialties including demography, families and relationships, social inequality, urban sociology, migration, and quantitative methods.

    Focus: both
    85 (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026) | 23 (US News & World Report Best Sociology Programs)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 10, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are required from all applicants
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are required from international applicants only
    IELTS
    required
    Min Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) are required from international applicants only

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Sociology (M.A.) at The Pennsylvania State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Sociology (M.A.) at The Pennsylvania State University is $77,776 across 38 required credits.
    Is Sociology (M.A.) at The Pennsylvania State University online or in-person?
    Sociology (M.A.) at The Pennsylvania State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Sociology (M.A.) at The Pennsylvania State University take to complete?
    Sociology (M.A.) at The Pennsylvania State University is structured around 2 years and 38 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Sociology (M.A.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Sociology (M.A.) at The Pennsylvania State University: 12 months OPT (US)