Sociology and Rural Studies

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Core Requirements for Master of Science

Select the program to review requirements.

Sociology 
Community Development 

Core Requirements for Doctor of Philosophy

• SOC 709 - Evaluation Research
    Credits: 3
• SOC 710 - Research Methods
    Credits: 3
• SOC 711 - Qualitative Research Methods
    Credits: 3
• SOC 712 - Sociological Theory I
    Credits: 3
• SOC 713 - Sociological Theory II
    Credits: 3
• SOC 720 - Scholarship of Teaching and Learning for Sociologists
    Credits: 3
• SOC 790 - Seminar
    Credits: 1
• Statistics Coursework Credits: 6
  • STAT 541 - Statistical Methods II
      Credits: 3
  • STAT 545 - Nonparametric Statistics
      Credits: 3
  • GEOG 785 - Quantitative Methods in Geography
      Credits: 3
  • SOC 792 - Topics
      (if statistics) Credits: 3
• Specialization #1 Credits: 9
• Specialization #2 Credits: 8
• SOC 898D - Dissertation
    Credits: 18

Credits: 60

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Required
TOEFL: Department requirement of 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, 79-80 Internet-based

Doctor of Philosophy: Students seeking entrance must have an approved Bachelor’s and Master’s degree, (thesis option), not necessarily in Sociology. Each applicant should have 2 signed letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the student’s academic record.

It is highly recommended that applicants also include a writing sample and personal statement. The personal statement should identify the student’s academic goals and describe how those goals fit with the faculty expertise and interests.

General Requirements (Master’s and PhD)

Graduate students must consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.

For additional information see Masters Degree Requirements  and Doctor of Philosophy Degree Requirements .

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