About PhD Program,
The department has a strong culture of graduate student mentoring. Graduate students work with faculty in the classroom and on individual research projects. Additional research resources include: major data sets that provide students with opportunities to do independent or collaborative research; outstanding survey research and statistics training; excellent computer facilities; strong ties to the Bureau of Sociological Research (BOSR); and a long history of substantial grant support from a range of federal research agencies, including NIH, NSF, NIMH, NIDA. Graduate students also receive formal teacher training and have opportunities to obtain considerable teaching experience. Our supportive and cooperative environment helps students to fully develop as research scholars and educators.
The department promotes a sense of collegiality and community with a colloquium series (i.e., several research presentations throughout the academic year). We also strive for a diverse group of faculty and students. We have earned the national “SWS Seal of Excellence” for department climate that is welcoming to women and gender scholars, the Chancellor’s Commission on People of Color Department Award of Excellence, and the Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Women Award as well, for our outreach and achievement in these arenas. Several of our faculty members teach courses affiliated with Women’s and Gender Studies and Ethnic Studies.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
A four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
An equivalent degree as evaluated by the Office of Graduate Studies.
Note: International students should apply no later than 30 days prior to the start of the term.
Graduate Credit for Undergraduate Students. Request approval for Graduate Credit.
PhD Funding Coverage,
Fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis in recognition of a student’s demonstrated scholarship, scholastic and creative promise, and/or financial need. There is no service or work requirement associated with fellowship awards. A student holding a fellowship or a traineeship must be a full-time student during the period of appointment.
A graduate assistantship provides financial support for a graduate student for a set period of time during which the student is expected to pursue activities towards the advanced degree.
Application Requirement,
Transcripts (unofficial): Uploaded as part of application form.
If International: Uploads must include all college- or university-level transcripts or mark sheets (records of courses and marks earned), with certificates, diplomas, and degrees plus certified English translations.
After admission: Official documents are required from all students who are admitted and enroll. Photocopies of certified records are not acceptable. International students enrolled in other U.S. institutions may have certified copies of all foreign records sent directly to the Office of Graduate Studies by their current school’s registrar office.
If applicant’s native language is not English, verification of English proficiency is required.
When sending TOEFL scores, our institution code is 6877 and a department code is not needed.
If applicant is not a US citizen and expects an F or J visa: financial information.
Applicants must also fulfill any additional requirements the department specifies at the time of application.
- GRE (optional)
- Resume/CV (optional)
- Personal Statement: Letter of intent
- Writing sample
- Coursework: Sociology Prerequisites Worksheet
- Three letters of recommendation
Application Deadline,
Jan 03, 2025
Application Fee,
$50 non-refundable application fee.
