How to Apply
How to Apply Webinar:
Join our How to Apply webinar on Wednesday, October 21st from 1-2:30pm CT. Two faculty members and one current student will share tips on how to apply to a Sociology PhD program and what makes our program a strong fit. Register here for the zoom link.
Fee Waivers:
The department will offer limited application fee waivers for the upcoming admission cycle. Request an application fee waiver by November 15th, 2026. McNair Scholars can request an application fee waiver from the Graduate School's Diversity Office.
Program Basics:
All admitted students receive full funding for five years. No additional application is required.
To apply to the PhD program, upload all materials to the online application. See the requirements & instructions tab for submission guidelines and ensure you follow instructions carefully. Refer to the admission standards and statistics tab for further information.
The Department of Sociology admits students to the fall-start PhD program. We do not admit to a terminal master's degree nor for a spring start. Students in the PhD program may earn a master's degree on the way to their doctorate.
If you have questions about the program or application process, please contact Evva Parsons at [email protected]