Social Science (M.S.)

The graduate program in social science offers opportunities for professional enhancement in the field. Explore timely and relevant social science issues from a variety of academic perspectives. The program is open to all post-baccalaureate students and may be of particular interest to experienced teachers and working professionals in the public sector and international organizations.

Follow a program of study coordinated by the departments of Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice. Gain familiarity with research, theoretical advances, applications and methodological approaches related to current topics in the Social Science and the world. The graduate program is truly an interdisciplinary program, drawing on the resources and expertise of multiple academic areas.

Students select from two specialization tracks and select one discipline within their chosen track. Select the link to read more about each program:

• General Track- a program ideal for teachers and other professionals wishing to study the latest advancements in social science theory, methods and substantive issues.
• Global Analysis Track - a program of interest to students pursuing or continuing careers in human rights, international non-governmental organizations, homeland security and intelligence and policy analysis.