Overview

Key facts

Students in this Sociology MA program from Arizona State University learn how social context affects the well-being of individuals and families and study the factors that influence successful relationships and outcomes. Graduates often pursue careers working with children, youth, and adults in human, social and government agencies.

This 30 credit-hour terminal master's degree helps students develop an advanced understanding of critical social issues in the 21st century. An applied practitioner-oriented approach teaches students to evaluate and consume research and translate research into best practices. Courses are taught by experienced faculty who are trained in the area and have considerable expertise in delivering high-quality online education.

Career Opportunities

Professionals with expertise in research methodologies and data analysis and an understanding of social issues and cultural and social change are sought after in areas like human services, human resources, education, public policy and community service in the social service, business and nonprofit sectors.

Career examples include:

case managers
mediators
mental health counselors
probation officers
social and community service managers
sociologists
sociology instructors
social workers
urban and regional planners

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sociological Theory

Research Methods

Social Statistics

Diversity and Society

Leadership and Social Justice

Marriage and Family Relationships

Social Change and Adjustment

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-18 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-20 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-11 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Tempe, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree, in any field, from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00= "A") in an applicable master's degree program.

All applicants must submit:

graduate admission application and application fee
official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework
current resume or curriculum vitae
a personal statement of goals relevant to the master's degree program
two letters of recommendation from academic or professional backgrounds
proof of English proficiency

Tuition Fees

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10890 USD / year

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10890 USD / year

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10890 USD / year

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