The graduate programs in Sociology at Sam Houston State University are entirely online and designed to provide students with advanced instruction in methodological techniques, theoretical perspectives, and empirical evidence in substantive areas that guide sociological inquiry. Given our faculty's varying research agendas, our program emphasizes Public Sociology as its theme. On completion of our program, students cultivate skills that bring sociology to the public sphere through foci such as grant writing, program evaluation, impact assessment, social justice, and community-based research.
Master of Sociology at Sam Houston State University
Master of Sociology at Sam Houston State University
Sam Houston State University offers the Master of Sociology as a full-time degree delivered online at its main campus in Huntsville , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for sociology and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.
About Master of Sociology
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Sociology at Sam Houston State University
Entry Requirements
Transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Sociology at Sam Houston State University
Application Fee 90
How to Apply for Master of Sociology at Sam Houston State University
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Complete an online application and pay the $90 non-refundable application fee.
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Create your SHSU Self Service Center account and upload additional application materials.
See your program of study for specific submission deadlines. -
Provide a transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.
This evaluation must be provided by a NACES accredited evaluator. SHSU only requires a summary report showing your degree converted into U.S. equivalents to verify that hours attended, and overall GPA meet admission standards.
NACES accredited evaluators include SDR in Houston and WES. Additional NACES evaluators can be found at www.naces.org/members.
- Submit an English proficiency test score
- Students who completed undergraduate or previous degree coursework at a university where English was the language of instruction, and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, may be eligible for a english proficiency waiver.
Master of Sociology at Sam Houston State University
Sam Houston State University
United States of America, Huntsville