MA in Sociology
at Columbia University, New York

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MA in Sociology
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Columbia University
Overview

The Columbia University offers a really good MA in Sociology program at the PG level, which lasts for 1 year. To get admission to the program, students must meet the requirements for the course which include having a valid score on tests like IELTS and TOEFL. The Columbia University tuition fee for the first year of the MA in Sociology is USD 70,628. Also, the students should budget well for living expenses, which has:

Accommodation (rent or hostel)
Food
Books
Other important utilities

The mentioned factors can make up a total of around USD 21,024.

Duration	1 year
Tuition & Fees	₹63.37 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MA in Sociology

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MA in Sociology
at
Columbia University
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a MA in Sociology from Columbia University must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in USA such as rent, food, medical, travel and other expenditures. The overall estimated cost of living students can expect to incure is around USD 21,024. The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students and some other fees that may be charged by Columbia University over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for MA in Sociology is around USD 70,628. For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the MA in Sociology from Columbia University, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 63,36,744

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 18,86,273
Insurance	INR 4,44,563

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 89.72 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 20ᵗʰ December 2024

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MA in Sociology
at
Columbia University
Entry Requirements

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IELTS

Marks - 7.5/9
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MA in Sociology
at
Columbia University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#4	Political Sciences ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025
#9	Communication and Media Studies QS, 2025
#12	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2025

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MA in Sociology
at
Columbia University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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Columbia University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

67% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Liberal

Internships3.5

Part time work3.5

Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty5

Student Life3.5

Value for money2.5

Public transportation5

Safety4

Indian Food3.5

Permanent Immigration3.5

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4.6

Columbia University: Fostering Brilliance and Innovation

Tips: Networking is the key. Make as many connections as possible. New York is an amazing place to be and make the most of it. There is a Shardarshish scholarship which waves 50% tuition fees and also numerous graduate research assistant roles available if interested.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The diversity of faculty is amazing with most of them graduating from the top universities. Their knowledge on the subject is remarkable and they challenge you to be better and work harder. They let you engage in projects and conduct many office hours for discussions

Dislikes (Internships): The coursework and the brand value added because of Columbia University is great which lands you in a good internship but there are comparatively fewer career fairs than other universities. The career advisors are super helpful in guiding and suggesting changes to resumes and cover letters.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 150000

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2024Read more

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Anonymous

MS in Data Science - Batch of 2026

3.6

Columbia is an expensive school, and the competition is very fierce.

Tips: Be mentally prepared before coming, the scholarships are rare, you need to be best at what you do. The competition is fierce, and things are not so dreamy anymore in the USA. But if you are good at it, you can make it. I am satisfied, hopefully I will get a job, and it will be easier for me.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Mostly, the faculty are adjunct faculty, giving a more practical experience. The faculty is diverse and well-rounded, and the way things are done here is different from in India. They are more concerned with practicality than with theoretical knowledge, so you need to study and prepare on your own.

Dislikes (Value for money): Columbia is an expensive school, and the competition is very fierce. Off-campus jobs don't pay well compared to the living costs. There are better private schools that offer scholarships you can attend. Brand value still matters in today's world, though.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2300

Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 87000

Reviewed on 1 May 2025Read more

Anonymous

Computer Science Master's Degree - Vision, Graphics, Interaction and Robotics - Batch of 2026

Ivy League Tag does not work anymore.

Tips: No overwhelming cultural shift that I have experienced as of now. I didn't get any scholarship, they pay you nothing, no on campus jobs and even if you get any, you'll be paid peanuts. You basically take a crore rupees loan, study and work like a machine and still end up with no internship call, no certainty about jobs.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Excellent faculty, coursework, teaching and most importantly research. But don't expect to get paid for your research. They won't pay you. They'll ask you to take it for credit. All professors are great researchers and top in their domain but not all are good teachers.

Dislikes (Value for money): It's very expensive with zero or very few on campus jobs paying you peanuts. No proper career fair for internships. Uncertainty of jobs, constantly changing government regulations, disregarding all the effort and money we put to study here. Disregard for your skill and knowledge.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2125

Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 80575

Reviewed on 28 Sep 2025Read more

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MA in Sociology
at
Columbia University
Highlights

MA in Sociology is offered by Graduate School of Arts and Sciences under Columbia University, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 1 Years.
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MA in Sociology
at
Columbia University

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