Master's degree in Sociology, General
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Campus & City Riverside, CA, United States
- Rent (1BR)
- $1,100
- Groceries
- $350
- Pint
- $6.5
Varies widely — warm south, four-season northeast, dry west.
Car-centric outside major cities; NYC/SF/Boston/Chicago have metro.
Urban safety varies by neighbourhood; follow campus security guidance.
Ranked in the QS Top 500 (2025) at #497. A recognised international research university.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Highly recommend"
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city — housing gets expensive fast if you don't live in dorms. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Sociology, General at University of California-Riverside, I'd say go for it.
"A great decision"
I've grown so much academically and personally here. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city — campus life is really active — Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Sociology, General at University of California-Riverside, I'd say go for it.
"Worth it overall"
It's been a mixed experience, but mostly positive. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — campus life is really active — Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Sociology, General at University of California-Riverside, I'd say go for it.
"Would do it again"
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — campus life is really active — Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Sociology, General at University of California-Riverside, I'd say go for it.
"Solid, with caveats"
Would I choose it again? Probably yes, with caveats. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city — campus life is really active — Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Sociology, General at University of California-Riverside, I'd say go for it.
"Mixed but mostly good"
Would I choose it again? Probably yes, with caveats. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — campus life is really active — Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Sociology, General at University of California-Riverside, I'd say go for it.
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