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Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

University of South Alabama

USA,Alabama

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 21,540/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 35

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Alabama

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1944

Total Students: 14,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

307 N University Blvd, Mobile, AL 36688, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

Program Overview

The Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work seeks to equip students with conceptual tools to enhance their social and cultural awareness and with methodological tools to obtain empirical knowledge to empower them to engage in improvement of social conditions. Acknowledging the inextricable link between teaching and scholarly research, we strive for excellence in both areas to unite students and faculty in a common experience of learning and discovery through pure and applied research to prepare students for service through careers and civic engagement

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 35

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,540 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of South Alabama

CAD 8,600 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 44.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

The Global Freshman Scholars award is a competitive, merit-based scholarship, awarded to a limited number of well-qualified international students each year. This scholarship is renewable for up to four years, or until a first bachelor's degree is earned, whichever comes first.

Qualifications:

Be an international freshman on an F-visa
Be a degree-seeking student
Have a minimum ACT of 21 (or SAT 1060)
Have a minimum high school GPA of 3.0

Award Opportunities:

ACT Score	SAT Score	High School GPA	Annual Amount
32-36	1420-1600	3.5	$10,000
30-31	1360-1410	3.5	$8,000
27-29	1260-1350	3.5	$6,000
23-26	1130-1250	3.5	$4,000
21-22	1060-1120	3.5	$2,000

ACT Score	SAT Score	High School GPA	Annual Amount
32-36	1420-1600	3.0-3.49	$7,000
29-31	1350-1410	3.0-3.49	$5,000
23-28	1130-1310	3.0-3.49	$3,000
21-22	1060-1120	3.0-3.49	$2,000

For students without ACT or SAT scores, Global Freshman Scholars scholarships can be awarded based on the following language proficiency exam scores:

High School GPA	English Proficiency Exam	Annual Award
3.5	TOEFL 76 / IELTS 6.5 / Duolingo 100	$4,000
3.0-3.49	TOEFL 68 / IELTS 6.0 / Duolingo 95	$2,500

*Please note: These scholarships are not available to government sponsored students.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.