Ames,
IA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Rural Sociology - Social and Economic Inequalities in Ames United States | Iowa State University
Iowa State University
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Ames United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
31,022
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice provides master's and doctoral programs in both sociology and rural sociology. Graduate students can also pursue co-majors or minors in these disciplines.
As a sociology or rural sociology graduate student, you'll develop strong research skills through independent or collaborative projects guided by distinguished faculty. Your graduate education extends beyond classroom learning and research participation - you'll cultivate intellectual autonomy while gaining comprehensive knowledge of the field. We strongly support academic exploration.
The social and economic disparities specialization examines foundational sociological concepts through theoretical frameworks, research methodologies, and professional applications. This concentration investigates societal inequalities using cutting-edge research techniques alongside contemporary theories addressing economic disparity, population studies, workforce dynamics, migration patterns, and social organizational structures
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Graduate College Requirements:
4 year Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
Academic Records/Transcripts
Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
Program Specific Requirements:
Program Requires GRE: Yes
Program Requires GMAT: No
Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No
BA\BS or Master's degree from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for admission.
Writing sample. Applicants to the doctoral program must submit a writing sample, typically a thesis. In the absence of a completed graduate thesis, applicants should submit a published paper, research report, honors thesis, or similar original writing sample that helps the committee to evaluate the applicant's writing ability, analytic thinking, and approach to scholarly activities. Writing samples are optional for applicants to the master's program.
Statement of purpose
Two letters of recommendation
English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) - 600
TOEFL Internet (iBT) - 100
IELTS - 6.5
4 year Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
Academic Records/Transcripts
Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
Program Specific Requirements:
Program Requires GRE: Yes
Program Requires GMAT: No
Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No
BA\BS or Master's degree from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for admission.
Writing sample. Applicants to the doctoral program must submit a writing sample, typically a thesis. In the absence of a completed graduate thesis, applicants should submit a published paper, research report, honors thesis, or similar original writing sample that helps the committee to evaluate the applicant's writing ability, analytic thinking, and approach to scholarly activities. Writing samples are optional for applicants to the master's program.
Statement of purpose
Two letters of recommendation
English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) - 600
TOEFL Internet (iBT) - 100
IELTS - 6.5
Tuition
USD
31,022