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Dec 22, 2024
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2015-2016 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Sociology (Ph.D.)
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Program Information
The Ph.D. program in Sociology is designed to prepare students for professional careers in teaching, research and creative activity in academic, government and related areas. Students are encouraged to identify areas of interest that connect with faculty areas of expertise and interest. Students seeking admission must have an approved Master’s degree, (thesis option), not necessarily in Sociology. If a thesis in a closely related field is not in evidence, Ph.D. students will be required to complete SOC 701 and SOC 702 in their first year of coursework Ph.D. program credits.
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Available Options for Graduate Degrees
| Doctor of Philosophy |
60 Credit Plan |
Core Requirements
- Credits: 3
- Credits: 3
- Credits: 3
- Credits: 3
- (Orientation to Graduate Study) Credits: 1
- Statistics Coursework Credits: 6
Select 6 credits from the following:
- Credits: 3
or Credits: 3
AND
- (“Statistics” in title) Credits: 3
or SOC 794 - Internship (“Statistics” in title) Credits: 3
- Credits: 18
- Electives Credits: 23
Credits: 60
Additional Admission Requirements
GRE: Required
TOEFL: Department requirement of 100 Internet-based
IELTS: 7.0
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 required 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.
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