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    Sociology MA

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    Buffalo, USMAIn-person2 years
    $64,500.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    67%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    15
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Sociology MA at University at Buffalo is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Buffalo, US. Tuition is $64,500.

    About the program

    The program requires 30 credit hours including core courses in social statistics, research methods, and sociological theory, plus electives, and culminates in either a Master's Portfolio for career preparation or a Master's Project for academic pursuits. Focus areas include family and the life course, law and social policy, social inequalities, urban and community, and work, occupations and institutions.

    Focus: both
    QS World University Rankings: 340 | US News #64 (tie)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min The new Internet TOEFL Test Score minimum requirement of 79 must be met
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,700.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Sociology MA at University at Buffalo cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Sociology MA at University at Buffalo is $64,500 across 30 required credits.
    Is Sociology MA at University at Buffalo online or in-person?
    Sociology MA at University at Buffalo is offered in-person.
    How long does Sociology MA at University at Buffalo take to complete?
    Sociology MA at University at Buffalo is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Sociology MA at University at Buffalo?
    Per the program's published guidance: above 3.0 based on a 4.0 system
    How competitive is Sociology MA at University at Buffalo?
    Sociology MA at University at Buffalo reports an acceptance rate of approximately 67%.