M.A Sociology at Concordia University-Montreal [CU MONTREAL], Montreal Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

M.A. in Sociology from Concordia University 2025 Entry: Fees, Eligibility, Entry Requirements, Admission Deadlines & Scholarships

Montreal, QuebecLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1974established year
46056enrollment
Public
Partner [6 Courses]
Montrealcampus
7.3/10

Master of Arts [M.A] (Sociology)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

$11,192 /Yr

CA$15,545 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$11192 (CAD 15545)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Room$8431 (CAD 11710)
Food$4698 (CAD 6525)

Per Credit Tuition Fee: $690.89


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EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Winter 2026 Intake Jun 1, 2025

M.A. in Sociology from Concordia University – Overview

The M.A. in Sociology from Concordia University is a 2-year, thesis-based graduate program offered by the Faculty of Arts and Sciences under the Department of Sociology & Anthropology. It is designed for students who wish to advance their critical understanding and research skills in key sociological areas such as social theory, race and ethnicity, gender, globalization, urban issues, and social movements. In the first year, students undertake a combination of core and elective graduate-level courses including Classical and Contemporary Sociological Theory, Research Methods, and specialized electives such as Gender and Society, Urban Sociology, and Sociology of Culture. The second year is primarily focused on independent research leading to a master’s thesis, allowing students to explore their area of interest under close supervision from experienced faculty. Applicants must possess a completed undergraduate degree in sociology or a closely related discipline, with high academic standing equivalent to a Canadian bachelor's degree and a minimum B average. International applicants are required to demonstrate proficiency in English through standardized tests such as IELTS, TOEFL iBT, or equivalent, as part of the admission requirements. Available scholarships for international students include specific awards such as the Concordia Merit Scholarships, Faculty of Arts and Science Fellowships, Arts and Science Fellowship in Ethnic Studies and Social Diversity, Mentor Awards, Out-of-Province Fee Remission Awards, Teaching Assistantships and Cary Boucock Memorial Award.

M.A. in Sociology from Concordia University – Fees

The annual cost of pursuing the M.A. in Sociology from Concordia University is approximately $41143.025. This includes around $15545.025 in tuition fees and about $25598 in estimated living expenses, covering Housing, Food, Books & Supplies, Transportation, Personal Expense, Miscellaneous Expense, and Health Insurance.

M.A. in Sociology from Concordia University – Dates

Applications to the M.A. in Sociology from Concordia University are accepted for Winter and Fall Intakes only. The Deadline for Fall and Winter Intakes 2025 has passed. The Upcoming Application Deadline for Winter 2026 Intake is 1 June 2025.

M.A. in Sociology from Concordia University – Modules

The M.A. in Sociology follows the following module structure:

 Years

 Core Modules

 Optional Modules

Year 1

  • Classical Sociological Theory

  • Contemporary Sociological Theory

  • Research Methods I

  • Quantitative Research Methods

  • Gender and Society

  • Urban Sociology

  • Sociology of Race and Ethnicity

  • Sociology of Culture and more.

 Year 2 
  • Research Methods II (Qualitative)

  • Thesis Seminar or Directed Readings

  • Thesis Proposal Development

  • Thesis Research and Writing

  • Environmental Sociology

  • Social Movements and Change

  • Sociology of Media

  • Advanced Topics in Sociology and more.


Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Requirement Type

 Details

Department Name

 Department of Sociology & Anthropology

Academic Qualification

  • Degree Requirement: Applicants must have a CompletedUndergraduate degree with high standing or equivalent to a Canadian bachelor's for international applicants.
  • GPA Requirement: A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 on a 4.30 scale or its equivalent
  • Competitive Admission: Admission is competitive, and only applicants with high academic standing will be considered.
  • Program-Specific Requirements:
    • Academic Background: Strong undergraduate background comparable to Concordia Major students, with at least a B average.
    • Thesis Proposal Language Skills: Competence in required languages if thesis proposal involves special linguistic skills.

NOTE: High standing typically refers to an honours degree or a GPA equivalent to at least a B average (approximately 3.00 on a 4.30 scale).

Exemption From English Proficiency Requirement
  • Exemptions apply if you’ve completed three years of full-time study in English at an accredited institution.

English Language Requirement

  • IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0 in each section.
  • TOEFL (iBT): Score of 90, with no band less than 20 in each section.
  • Pearson Academic (PTE): Overall score of 61, with no section score less than 53.
  • Cambridge English Qualifications (C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency): Minimum score of 180.
  • Duolingo English Test (DET): Overall score of 120 or higher.
  • CAEL: Overall score of 70.

Documents Required

  • Academic Transcripts and Certificates.
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency.
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP).
  • 3-Letter of Recommendation (LOR).
  • Proof of Work Experience (If Have).
  • Copy of Passport.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Application Link

Application Link

Application Fee $100
 Course Credits  45 Credits

Scores Required

85 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

57 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

125 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

3 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

100

Application Fees

45

ECTS Credits


Ranking

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Arts 301 out of 601 in Global Ranking
( #9 out of 27 in Canada 2025)

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Arts 216 out of 553 in Global Ranking
( #8 out of 20 in Canada 2025)

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TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Concordia Merit Scholarships$10,000Based on academic excellence; awarded at admission
Arts and Science Fellowship in Ethnic Studies and Social Diversity$7,500For students with research in ethnic studies or social diversity
Faculty of Arts and Science Fellowships$7,000Awarded to top applicants in Faculty of Arts and Science graduate programs
Out-of-Province Fee Remission Awards$6,000Reduces differential fees for out-of-province/international students
Mentor Awards$5,000Supports mentorship between senior and junior graduate students
Teaching Assistantships~$3,200/termBased on academic merit; students work in undergraduate courses
Cary Boucock Memorial Award$500Supports conference travel for Sociology & Anthropology students



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prasanth p
Apr 7, 2023 19:59
Hi my ielts score is overall 6.5 (pen and paper based ) can i able to apply [M.Eng] (Information Systems Security) in concardia university ? Im having this doubt because many websites are showing diff ielts entry requirements for that course , can someone help me with it?
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Sinbad Chongtham
Apr 10, 2023 16:49

To apply for the M.Eng Information Systems Security program of Concordia University you must have taken IELTS Academic and have an overall score of 6.5 with no individual score less than 6.5.

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swapn
Mar 27, 2023 17:17
can i do mba after post graduation diploma in supply chain?
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Sinbad Chongtham
Mar 28, 2023 13:32

To apply for the MBA program of Concordia Univesity, you must have an undergraduate degree in any discipline with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.3 from a recognized college/university. You must also have a GMAT score of 580 and above plus a valid language proficiency test score in English or French. Along with these a minimum of two-years full-time work experience is required.

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jay rathod
Feb 9, 2023 00:47
Master of Computer Science Thesis Based complete in 2years time period or take more time. For financial point of view.
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Sinbad Chongtham
Feb 15, 2023 16:19

The duration required to complete the Master of Computer Science thesis-based program of Concordia University is two year. The university accepts applications for this program in the Fall, Winter and Summer intakes. While pursuing this program you can apply for a scholarship.

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Sandhya and Swati Sharma MBA Leadership AwardScholarship per student$ 7,200/Yr$10,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Killam Predoctoral ScholarshipsScholarship per student$ 30,240/Yr$42,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeCollege-Specific
VueVille Future Technology ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 720/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Forktip Women’s- Innovation ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Go Clean ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 2,520/Yr$3,500Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Paul Foundation scholarshipsScholarship per student$ 14,525/Yr$20,174Level Of StudyDiplomaTypeMerit-Based

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