If you're fascinated by how people interact with one another, and how relationships, groups, and social structures influence our actions, an MA in Sociology could be for you. From social data analytics to insights into human behavior, you will learn skills sought by employers in business, government, non-profits, academia, and other professions.

UAB’s online MA in Sociology program has consistently been ranked among the top in the nation by sources like Intelligent.com and Forbes. We build connected digital communities where students can interact with faculty and each other. Our program consists of nine courses, and you will work closely with a faculty member to complete a capstone project instead of a thesis. Past capstones have ranged from conventional research projects to documentary films to public interest initiatives.

In our open, challenging, and yet supportive atmosphere, you will rapidly learn the research methods, theories and perspective that form the nucleus of sociological practice. This makes graduate study in sociology precisely what it should be – a transformative experience that changes the way you see the world and yourself.