Overview
At Sociology from East Tennessee State University we employ students on projects where they gain experience that helps them connect real world research experiences to their graduate school courses and explore careers in applied sociology.
Careers
Graduates of the department have obtained jobs such as federal probation officers, director of residential treatment centers, research analysts, survey research specialists, superintendent of a juvenile correction facility, community college faculty members, as well as a variety of positions with departments of human services in Tennessee and neighboring states.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Contemporary Social Theory
- Sociological Research
- Data Analysis
- Applied Skills
- Supervised Internship
- Internship Placement Report
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
30-36
Delivered
Disciplines
Psychology Sociology Cognitive Sciences View 1223 other Masters in Psychology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 3.0 overall undergraduate grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
- An undergraduate major or minor in sociology. In lieu of this requirement, students who majored and minored in related subjects (social work, psychology, criminal justice) and who complete at least three (3) courses in sociology may be admitted under the condition that they enroll in and complete, with at least a grade of “B”, two (2) upper-level undergraduate courses.
- Three (3) letters of recommendation.
- Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.
- A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.
Tuition Fee
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International
25856 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12928 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
33254 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16627 USD per semester during 12 months. -
In-State
10558 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5279 USD per semester during 12 months.
Living costs for Johnson City
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.