Sociology (PhD)

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Program Description

The Doctor of Philosophy is a research degree. It signifies that the recipient can conduct independent research, has a broad basic knowledge of sociology, and has a comprehensive knowledge of at least one chosen area of specialization. The PhD degree requires 72 credits of graduate work (at least 32 in residence at New York University). At least 48 of the credits required for the PhD degree must be in Sociology courses. Students must achieve a B or better in all required courses. Up to 16 credits may be reading or dissertation courses that involve individual work with a member of the faculty. The acceptability of courses outside sociology depends on the relevance of the work to sociology as judged by the Director of Graduate Studies. Credit for course work done at other universities requires the approval of the Director of Graduate Studies. Students who have done graduate work before entering the doctoral program should see the Director of Graduate Studies when first registering in order to determine what courses may be required of them.

Dual Degree

The Sociology Department offers a dual degree with the NYU School of Law: Sociology PhD/Law JD.

See Sociology for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Admissions

All applicants to the Graduate School of Arts and Science (GSAS) are required to submit the general application requirements, which include:

See Sociology for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.