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    Sociology MA

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    Minneapolis, USMAIn-person
    $57,232.00
    Tuition
    21%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    10
    Cohort
    students
    $95.00
    App fee

    Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a in-person MA program based in Minneapolis, US. Tuition is $57,232.

    About the program

    The program provides master's training within the PhD framework, covering core sociology requirements, advanced methods, and outside courses related to the student's study area.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are optional for application to the Sociology PhD
    TOEFL
    required
    Min For exams taken before January 21, 2026: Total score: 79; Writing subscore: 21; Reading subscore: 19. For exams taken on or after January 21, 2026: Total score: 4.5; Writing subscore: 4.5; Reading subscore: 4.5 (Graduate School minimum standards; department requires for non-native speakers applying to PhD)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Total score: 6.5; Writing subscore: 6.5; Reading subscore: 6.5 (Graduate School minimum standards; department requires for non-native speakers applying to PhD)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,496.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is $57,232.
    Is Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities online or in-person?
    Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is offered in-person.
    How competitive is Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities reports an acceptance rate of approximately 21%.
    How large is the Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cohort?
    Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities typically enrolls around 10 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Post-completion work rights for Sociology MA at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities: 12 months OPT (US)