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    Criminology and Sociolegal Studies

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    Toronto, CAMAIn-person1 year
    CA$33,247.53
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    40
    Credits
    CA$130.00
    App fee

    Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto is a 40-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Toronto, CA. Tuition is CA$33,248.

    About the program

    The program covers criminology, the study of crime aspects including definitions, causes, and responses, and sociolegal studies, examining legal phenomena through social science approaches such as citizenship policy and regulation of sex work. Students complete either eight taught half-courses or six half-courses plus a master's research paper.

    Focus: both
    QS: 16 (Law and Legal Studies)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 5, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min An overall score of 580 and a written score of 5.0 on the paper-based test are the minimum standards. With the computer-based test, an overall score of 237 and a written score of 5 are required. With the Internet-based TOEFL test, the overall score of 93 is considered by ETS to be the equivalent ot 580 (paper-based) or 237 (computer-based) on the current test. The Writing section score of 22 equates roughly to a score of 5.0 on the Test of Written English (TWE).
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 3 years (PGWP)

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto is CA$33,248 across 40 required credits.
    Is Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto online or in-person?
    Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto is offered in-person.
    How long does Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto take to complete?
    Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto is structured around 1 year and 40 credits.
    What GPA is required for Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto?
    Per the program's published guidance: B+ standing
    What work-permit options follow Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto?
    Post-completion work rights for Criminology and Sociolegal Studies at University of Toronto: Up to 3 years (PGWP)