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    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology

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    Nashville, USMaster'sIn-person2 years
    $79,827.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    11%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    4
    Cohort
    students
    33
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University is a 33-credit, 2-year, in-person Master's program based in Nashville, US. Tuition is $79,827.

    About the program

    The Master of Arts in Sociology is earned in passing to the Ph.D. and requires 33 hours of formal, didactic coursework, including 12 hours of core courses and 21 hours of electives. Students must also produce a research paper by the end of their fourth semester. All students accepted into the program are fully funded.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min We do not have a minimum GRE score for admission
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL score above 570
    IELTS
    required

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University is $79,827 across 33 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University take to complete?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University is structured around 2 years and 33 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 11%.
    How large is the Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University cohort?
    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology at Vanderbilt University typically enrolls around 4 students per cohort.