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Applications For Fall 2026 Are Now Open!

Priority Deadline: January 5, 2026
Regular Deadline: April 17, 2026

APPLY

Online info sessions:
October 27, 4pm (PT)
November 10, 4pm (PT), December 3, 11am (PT) 
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The UCLA Master of Social Science (MaSS) program prepares graduates for professional research careers. The unique MaSS curriculum combines rigorous academic training with the opportunity to conduct community-engaged research.

  • A RIGOROUS, 9-MONTH PROGRAM

  • SMALL COHORT, INDIVIDUALIZED MENTORING

  • CUTTING-EDGE, INTERDISCIPLINARY CURRICULUM

  • LEARN FROM WORLD-RENOWNED FACULTY

  • TRAINING FOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL CAREERS

A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE,

A FUTURE OF INNOVATION

The UCLA Master of Social Science (MaSS) program is an intensive, 9-month program for highly-motivated students. Students in the MaSS program learn innovative approaches to social science research in a small, collaborative learning environment. Our program draws on UCLA’s 100 year long tradition of research excellence. MaSS students train with internationally renowned social science faculty, while taking advantage of unique community-based research opportunities in the Los Angeles area.

How to Apply
EXPLORE.

Study human society in all its dimensions, from everyday practices to socio-cultural processes.

TRAIN.

Work with distinguished faculty in the #1 public university in the United States.

ADVANCE.

Prepare to pursue new professional opportunities or apply to top doctoral programs.