📖Introduction

East Carolina University has evolved into a comprehensive institution known for its commitment to academic excellence, research, and community engagement. The university offers a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including business, health sciences, education, engineering, and the arts.

With a student-centered approach, ECU is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The university places a strong emphasis on research and innovation, contributing to advancements in fields such as medicine, technology, and education. ECU's vibrant campus life, coupled with its focus on service and leadership development, ensures that students not only receive a top-notch education but also graduate as well-rounded individuals prepared for success in their chosen fields.

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📚About the Program

Are you interested in learning how to apply sociological theory, social statistics, and research methods to investigate real social problems? Can you envision yourself working for a social research institute or being well prepared to pursue a PhD in sociology? East Carolina University's MA in sociology is a two-year program in which students may begin in fall or spring. The program consists of intensive seminars focusing on social theory and selected specialty areas (e.g., environmental; immigration; social movements). In addition, we offer advanced methodological training that provides students with the opportunity to learn how to collect, analyze, and interpret a range of data sets including in-depth interviews and surveys. Show less
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🏫About East Carolina University

East Carolina University (ECU) stands as a dynamic hub of learning and innovation in North Carolina. Renowned for its rich academic heritage, ECU has grown from its early roots in teacher training to become a leading public research institution. Offering a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, ECU distinguishes itself through a commitment to academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and community engagement. The university's ethos centers on fostering a student-centric environment, promoting inclusivity, and encouraging a holistic educational experience. At ECU, students not only gain knowledge in their chosen disciplines but also actively contribute to impactful research, embodying the institution's dedication to producing well-rounded, forward-thinking graduates.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

565 RMB

Tuition fee:

20,807 USD per year

41,614 USD in total

Insurance is 2,784 USD.

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: Bachelor's.

The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average B, 60%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Bank Statement
  • English Language Certificate
  • Personal Statement
  • Your Highest Academic Transcript (in English)
  • Your Photograph
  • Your Graduation Certificate (in English)
  • Your Passport Copy

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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