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Overview
The mission of the Applied Sociology degree from Texas State University is to provide students with an advanced understanding of sociological theory, methods, and principles that can be applied in public and private agencies and nonprofit organizations. The Department of Sociology prepares graduates to become informed citizens, scholars, researchers, and leaders in their communities at the local, state, and national levels. The department provides an environment conducive to intellectual exchange characterized by innovative and outstanding:
- teaching and curricula
- service to students and community
- scholarship and research
- sociological practice
- commitment to multiculturalism and diversity
Career Options
Sociologists embark on various career paths growing in number and significance within the fields of research, advocacy, and teaching. Graduates will find positions in corporations, human resources, academia, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations such as:
- survey or market researchers
- program evaluators
- evaluation researchers
- policy analysts
- grant writers
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Proseminar in Sociology
- Sociological Theory Seminar
- Advanced Statistics for the Social Sciences
- Seminar in Quantitative Research Methods
- Seminar in Qualitative Research Methods
- Seminar in Deviation and Social Problems
- Seminar in Advanced Data Applications
- Seminar in Social Psychology
- Seminar in Demography
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 78
Credits
37 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Anthropology Sociology View 194 other Masters in Anthropology in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 78
Other requirements
General requirements
- completed online application
- $55 nonrefundable application fee OR
- $90 nonrefundable application fee for applications with international credentials
- baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited university
- a copy of an official transcript from each institution where course credit was granted
- minimum 3.0 GPA in your last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses)
- background course work in sociological theory, statistics, SPSS, and social research.
Tuition Fee
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International
28305 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 765 USD per credit during 12 months. -
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In-State
13209 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 357 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for San Marcos
921 - 1707 USD /month
Living costs
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.
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