The Ph.D. program provides a foundation in a broad range of sociological theories and research methods, and an opportunity for pursuing specialized interests in elective Sociology courses, courses in other departments, and dissertation research.
Major Research Areas:
Identities and Communities; Social Inequalities and Social Justice; Social Movements and Globalization; Urban Problems and Culture; Environment; Immigration and Migration; Race and Ethnicity; Social Networks; Health and Wellbeing; Gender and Sexualities; Families; and Education
Admission Information
Must meet University Admission and English Proficiency requirements as well as requirements for admission to the major, listed below. Note: meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission into the major. Applicants must submit:
- Three letters of reference
- Personal Statement
- Example of Written Work
- GRE Required – preferred scores 160V (86th percentile), 144Q (17th percentile)