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Focusing on building theoretical understanding and social research capabilities, the Master of Science in Applied Sociology program prepares graduates for roles in policy assessment, initiative creation and assessment, along with quantitative and qualitative data examination. Led by globally renowned faculty at the University of Texas at Dallas, this program provides specialized education in key areas including:
Statistical analysis techniques
Social hierarchy studies
Investigation planning
Initiative assessment
Practical regression analysis
National social programs
Alumni have advanced into professional positions such as:
Initiative coordinators, creators, and assessors
Funding proposal specialists
Information analysts
HR professionals and managers
Investigators in governmental and corporate organizations (including police departments, courts, state agencies, medical institutions, legal aid providers, and attorney offices)
he Master of Science in Applied Sociology (ASOC) seeks applications from students with a baccalaureate degree from an institution of higher education. Although applications will be reviewed holistically, in general, entering students should have earned a 3.0 undergraduate grade point average (GPA) (on a 4.0 point scale) and optimally have a Graduate Records Examination (GRE) verbal score of 156 and a quantitative score of 152. Standardized test scores are only one of the factors taken into account in determining admission.
English proficiency requirements
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT (Internet-based test) Minimum score: 80
TOEFL PBT (paper-based test) Minimum score: 550
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Minimum score: 6.5
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Minimum score: 67
Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center
Duolingo English Test Minimum score: 105
Application Deadlines: Fall term - January 15 (Early), May 1 (Regular); Spring term - May 15 (Early), October 1 (Regular).