Master of Arts in Sociology

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Graduates of the Department of Sociology master’s program are equipped with the skills and understanding necessary to address today’s social problems and policies. Through the program’s advanced study, students examine theory, conduct research and analyze data on issues such as: Deviance and crime, Gender/sexualities, Race and ethnic relations, Medicine, Leadership and organizations, Sustainability, Social inequality and Research methods and statistics. The sociology program at SIUE is offered through the College of Arts and Sciences. Many graduates of the master’s program are regionally recognized leaders in their fields who command titles such as director, executive director, manager or owner quickly upon graduating. Others have used their degrees as stepping stones to a PhD or law degree, a credential for a teaching position at a community college, or preparation for doing research for private business or public service agencies. Our graduates are not locked into lackluster or boring jobs. Rather, they create careers that are nothing short of excellent–bringing their skills to universities, global powerhouse organizations, medical centers, non-profits, and high-ranking government positions. A master’s degree in sociology is not for those who seek complacency, but rather for those who seek to create a legacy through their careers.