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181 PhD programmes in Sociology in North America

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Sociology

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology is a selective and collegial programme. Many of the PhD students secure scholarships and pursue careers in academia, research, policy, and the non-profit sector.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$3,486/yr

Social Sciences

This Social Sciences course from the Royal Roads University hybrid doctoral programme combines the rigour of research in a traditional PhD with applied, professional relevancy.

Doctorate Full-time Blended
4 years$16,394/yr

Psychology - Social Psychology (Online)

This Psychology - Social Psychology (Online) program from Liberty University provides rigorous research training that can help prepare you for a career in academia and social psychology research. An online Ph.D. in Psychology is ideal for students who want to bring new knowledge of human behavior to the field and find new ways to address wide-reaching social issues.

Ph.D. Part-time Online
4 years$10,125/yr
The Ohio State University4,5(31)
Columbus, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology

Ohio State's sociology department offers a strong, nationally-ranked graduate program with a productive faculty and a strong placement record. The Sociology program is offered by The Ohio State University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$14,318/yr
Colorado State University4,1(108)
Fort Collins, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology

Graduate study in Sociology at Colorado State University is designed to provide the qualified student with professional competence in sociological theory and research methods, and social change.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$31,556/yr
McGill University4,4(100)
Montréal, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Sociology - Gender and Women's Studies

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Sociology - Gender and Women's Studies offered by the Department of Sociology in the Faculty of Arts at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes interdisciplinary and comprehensive learning opportunities. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$13,637/yr
Washington State University4,5(33)
Pullman, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology Program at Washington State University is designed to integrate research and teaching in the training of students. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$15,109/yr
Rutgers University4,2(63)
New Brunswick, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Learning, Cognition, Instruction, and Development - Social Studies Education

This Learning, Cognition, Instruction, and Development - Social Studies Education degree at Rutgers University prepares students to conduct high-quality research on critical issues in the area of social studies education. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$37,176/yr
University of Ottawa4,1(89)
Ottawa, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Sociology

The School of Sociological and Anthropological Studies at the University of Ottawa offers a PhD in Sociology. In addition, the School participates in the Canadian studies collaborative program .

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$8,539/yr
Western University - Canada4,0(56)
London, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology

Upon completion, our Sociology graduates at Western University - Canada work in a variety of academic institutions, government agencies and private businesses around the world.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$4,930/yr
University of Pittsburgh4,0(7)
Pittsburgh, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Language, Literacy and Culture

The Language, Literacy and Culture (LLC) PhD at the University of Pittsburgh is focused on the study of cultural, linguistic, social, psychological, and political perspectives on teaching, learning, and teacher education.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$47,378/yr
North Carolina State University4,2(46)
Raleigh, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology

The doctoral program in Sociology at North Carolina State University is an intellectually stimulating and academically rigorous, yet supportive, environment.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$31,518/yr
Pennsylvania State University4,4(40)
University Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Rural Sociology

The principal aim of the doctoral program in Rural Sociology at Pennsylvania State University is to impart the research and analytical abilities necessary to understand and explore the problems, structure and functioning of rural society.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
Tuition not available
Rutgers University4,2(63)
New Brunswick, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology course at Rutgers University helps students to develop a distinct sociological voice while becoming creative and competent working sociologists. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$37,176/yr
University of Rochester4,8(6)
Rochester, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Social-Personality Psychology

The Social-Personality Psychology program at University of Rochester focuses on preparing graduate students as researchers, providing them with the theoretical and methodological tools that are needed for advanced scholarly work.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 yearsTuition not available
University at Albany3,9(10)
Albany, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology and Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies

If you're interested in becoming an advocate for women and the LGBTQ community, the joint program in Sociology and Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies at the University at Albany will prepare you for your professional journey.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
8 years$28,318/yr
York University4,0(150)
Toronto, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Social and Political Thought

A truly interdisciplinary approach, this Social and Political Thought program at York University aims to integrate intellectual interests common to the humanities and social sciences.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$8,796/yr
Georgia Institute of Technology4,3(44)
Atlanta, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

History and Sociology of Technology and Science

The History and Sociology of Technology and Science doctoral degree program at Georgia Institute of Technology trains exceptionally qualified students for a variety of professional careers.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$5,580/yr
University of Waterloo4,1(92)
Waterloo, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Sociology - Co-op

University of Waterloo’s Sociology - Co-op degree provides a supportive, friendly, and intellectually vibrant environment to cultivate a sociological analysis of the most pressing issues confronting societies today.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$10,842/yr
University of California, San Diego4,2(14)
San Diego, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology program at the University of California, San Diego offers training in a wide range of theoretical and methodological approaches, from the humanistic to the computational. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$36,477/yr

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