Degree Requirements

Program must include a systematic treatment of the field of sociological theory plus sufficient training in research methods and statistical techniques to assure understanding and competence in their use. This is fulfilled upon successful completion of (grade B or higher) in Soc 510, Soc. 511, Soc. 520, Soc. 521, and EFR 516.

One graduate seminar.

Other cognates of a student's own choosing may be approved by their faculty advisory committee.

Under exceptional circumstances, where the spirit of residency is met, the Department may waive the residence requirements for an M.A. in Sociology. (See the Academic Policies section for a definition of Residence.)