Study Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at University of Massachusetts - Lowell in the USA, College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

UMass Lowell’s Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is designed to help you understand how society affects people and how people affect society, from a social justice perspective. You will take courses that explore our social world and examine issues surrounding class, gender, sexuality, race and physical ability, with a focus on inequalities. Across your coursework, you will develop career-ready skills in writing, research and quantitative literacy. As a sociology major, you can choose between concentrations that lead to a wide range of career opportunities.

Which department am I in?

College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

US$36,610.00 per year

Food Plan Rates (Bourgeois Hall) Cost Per Year - $9,990.00

Start date

September 2027

Venue

UMass Lowell Campus

220 Pawtucket St., Suite 420,

Lowell,

Massachusetts,

01854, Northeast, United States

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

US$36,610.00 per year

Food Plan Rates (Bourgeois Hall) Cost Per Year - $9,990.00

Start date

January 2028

Venue

UMass Lowell Campus

220 Pawtucket St., Suite 420,

Lowell,

Massachusetts,

01854, Northeast, United States

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Entry requirements

For international students

You are considered a first-year student if you have not taken any post-secondary/college coursework. Your application should include your high school or secondary school records, including results from culminating or leaving examinations.

Transcript - Your official school transcript (grades 9-11).

Essay - A personal essay of 250-650 words. Please write your full name on each essay page if submitting by mail.

Recommendation - A letter of recommendation from someone who is familiar with your abilities (a teacher, college counselor, coach, employer, etc.). If using the UMass Lowell web application, please feel free to download the recommendation form (pdf).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.