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    Sociology, MA

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    Irvine, USMAIn-person2 years
    $59,860.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    24%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    12
    Cohort
    students
    37
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine is a 37-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Irvine, US. Tuition is $59,860.

    About the program

    The program provides specialized training in research skills for demographic and social analysis, focusing on Pacific Rim and Southern California issues such as immigration, changing household and family structure, racial and economic inequalities, and population growth.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min combined GRE Verbal and Quantitative scores (V+Q) = 295
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 80 or higher; score of 26 or better on the speaking section
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: Overall score of 7 or better; no section below 6; score of 8 or better on the speaking section

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $29,479.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine is $59,860 across 37 required credits.
    Is Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine online or in-person?
    Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine is offered in-person.
    How long does Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine take to complete?
    Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine is structured around 2 years and 37 credits.
    How competitive is Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine?
    Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine reports an acceptance rate of approximately 24%.
    How large is the Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine cohort?
    Sociology, MA at University of California-Irvine typically enrolls around 12 students per cohort.