Dr. Marc Musick

Professor

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Biography

Marc Musick is a Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in medical sociology with a focus on social factors affecting health, the intersection of religion and health, and the sociology of aging and life course. His extensive research investigates the association between religion and health outcomes, particularly examining how religious activity connects to mental health and hypertension. Musick has significantly contributed to the field of volunteering research, analyzing factors that predict volunteerism and its impact on physical and mental well-being. His major work on this subject, 'Volunteers: Social Profile,' published in 2008 by Indiana University Press, received the Outstanding Book Award from the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action. He has authored numerous papers addressing these thematic areas and continues to engage in scholarly activities that advance understanding of the social determinants of health and the implications of civic engagement today.

Research Interests

Courses

Social Inequality/Health Ideas of Civic Engagement Social Inequality/Health Honors

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.