Program Type
Master of Arts (MA)
Program Length
36 Credit Hours
Description
The Master of Arts in Sociology is designed to provide students with advanced and up-dated instruction in quantitative and qualitative techniques of sociological research, statistics, and theory. Students will develop the advanced professional skills necessary to analyze social issues in applied settings. These skills include research grant writing, program evaluation, impact assessment, and community-based research.
Students pursuing the MA in Sociology may specialize in Community, Environment, Health, Population Studies, or Globalization.
Enrollment Semester
Fall, Spring, Summer
Delivery Method
Online
Tuition and Cost
Additional Program Information
Application Requirements
- Graduate Studies Application
- Application Fee
- Official transcript from the baccalaureate degree granting institution
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.8
- Official GRE scores
- Two recommendation letters that discuss applicant's suitability for graduate study
Graduate Online Support
Stephanie Bluth
Trina Thornton
(936) 294-2356
graduateonline@shsu.edu
Academic Advisor
Dr. Karen Douglas
(936) 294-1513
kmd007@shsu.edu




