Overview

Sociology offered by the Indiana University of Pennsylvania assists students to identify, analyze, and respond to interpersonal, organizational, and societal trends. Our core instruction on sociological theory, methods, and analysis prepares students for opportunities related to social research, doctoral studies, or teaching in the social sciences.

Students in Sociology at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania complete their studies through thesis and non-thesis options. Elective coursework includes internships and service learning opportunities. We prepare you for employment in government, human services, higher education, and social science research positions. Recent graduates have established careers in a variety of positions, such as researchers and directors in human services agencies.

Why Sociology at IUP?

Our courses primarily meet during evening hours, accommodating a variety of work schedules.

You can progress as either a full-time or part-time student.

The program focuses on public sociology; students engage in scholarship that is relevant to today’s world.

A limited number of assistantships support students in their studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Seminar in Sociology

Scholarly Writing in Social Sciences

Contemporary Sociological Theory

Analysis of Social Data

Qualitative Research of Methods

Global Service Learning

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Indiana, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.6

2.6 (on a 4.0 scale) for those whose bachelor's degrees were earned five or fewer years ago;
2.4 (on a 4.0 scale) if the bachelor's degree was earned more than five years ago;
3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) over the last 60 credits earned towards the bachelor's degree.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application form: Online version is located at the Graduate Admissions website.

Nonrefundable application fee.

Two letters of recommendation (professional or academic).

Signed, dated statement of career and academic goals.

Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

28638 USD / year

≈ 28638 USD / year
Out-of-State

28638 USD / year

≈ 28638 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

19092 USD / year

≈ 19092 USD / year

Living costs

Indiana

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Why Sociology at IUP?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Indiana

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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