Master in Sociology (Master's)

Morehead State University has grown into a public regional university based in Morehead, Kentucky, with additional locations in Ashland, Mt. Sterling and Prestonsburg. Students can also choose online and hybrid study. Academic options include 65 undergraduate majors, undergraduate minors, certificates, master's programs, doctoral programs and licensure pathways. Areas of interest span agriculture, arts and humanities, business, education, health sciences, science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and social sciences.

Program strengths include space science, medical careers, engineering and education. The university has also received the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as a Research College and University for 2025. Level UP adds career-oriented courses, faculty mentoring and hands-on experience for students developing career skills. Research, scholarly work and practical preparation are part of the academic experience.

International students can expect a campus community with social events, academic workshops, student clubs and organizations, advising support and campus resources. Welcome Week+ introduces new students to people and services, while Eagle Fest offers opportunities to explore more than 100 clubs and organizations and connect with local businesses and community groups. Students should also consider available scholarships and grants, as well as the university's residential campus experience in Morehead.

This programme prepares students for careers in social services, education, government, and nonprofit organizations. It focuses on developing critical thinking, research, and communication skills through advanced study. The curriculum emphasizes applied sociology with a strong foundation in theory and methodology. Students complete a 30-credit program entirely online, allowing flexibility for working professionals.

Focus areas include Criminology, General Sociology.

The programme requires 30 credit hours of coursework, with no separate dissertation or practicum requirement. Students choose between two concentrations to tailor their studies.

Graduates work as sociologists, policy analysts, program evaluators, community development specialists, and research analysts in public and private sector organizations.

Applicants must have an undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher and a minimum GPA of 3.0 in sociology or related courses. International students must score at least 525 on the TOEFL. A two-page statement of goals is required.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. Online, full-time or part-time, typically completed in two years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 82% of applicants.