Overview

Social Sciences - Sociology at Southern University and A&M College curriculum is built on a solid foundation in sociological theory and methods and one on-one advising to support students’ progress.

About the program

Our faculty works closely with students to apply concepts, develop expertise and build individual projects based on research and experiences in a variety of communities and settings. Thesis and non-thesis options are offered.

While many sociology graduates enter work in a social welfare role, others go into a variety of jobs throughout the public and private sector. Some employers include: charitable, counselling and community based organizations, commerce, education authorities, industry, and local and central government. Opportunities also exist in the Civil Service and graduate management training schemes. Sociology graduates work with a varied and diverse client group.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Government

Politics and religion

International Relations

Writing Seminar

State and Local Government and Administration

Political Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

Thesis option: Students complete a total of 30 credit hours

Non-thesis option: Students must complete a totalof36 credit hours

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Baton Rouge, United States

Disciplines

Sociology View 374 other Masters in Sociology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Admission to the Graduate School at Southern University and A&M College require a minimum2.7 GPA
Completion of at least 12 hours of undergraduate courses in sociology, including Introduction to Sociology, Social Research, Sociological Theory and Social Statistics (without exception)
Course deficiencies can only be eliminated by completing the necessary undergraduate courses.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

5336 USD / year

≈ 5336 USD / year
Out-of-State

5336 USD / year

≈ 5336 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5336 USD / year

≈ 5336 USD / year

Living costs

Baton Rouge

United States

900 - 1400 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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Scholarships Information

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