BA Sociology (Online) at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

The online BA in Sociology lets students take classes on their own time from anywhere in the world. It covers how human interaction shapes society and how social institutions and global systems influence decision-making.

Faculty: College of Social & Behavioral Sciences | Department: Department of Sociology | Study mode: online | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Sociology coursework delivered online, building research, critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills.

Career pathways

Career options span many fields, drawing on communication, analytical and multi-perspective problem-solving skills.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year applicants: the Common Application opens August 1; the Early Application deadline is November 5; the Regular Decision deadline is January 15; the FAFSA priority deadline is March 1.

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