The Sociology Department at Syracuse University offers core training in sociological issues, theory and practice. Graduate students in our Ph.D. program develop substantive areas of specialization in at least one area of faculty expertise, organized around eight major areas. Inequalities Globalization, Immigration, Transnational Studies Population and Place Education and Family Health, Aging & the Life Course, Disability Power, Capital and Politics Methods Theory
Which department am I in?
Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
Study options
Full Time
(6 Semesters)
Tuition fees
US$48,360.00
per year
Health insurance - $2,664
Start date
August 2027
Venue
Syracuse Campus
900 South Crouse Ave.,
Syracuse,
New York,
13244, Northeast, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
You will need to submit one copy of records for all previous post-secondary education. You can do this by contacting the Registrars Office of each higher education institution that you have attended, and asking to have one copy of your transcript(s) sent to Syracuse University. All offers of admission from Syracuse University are conditional, pending the receipt of these official academic credentials. Your academic credentials confirm that you have been awarded a U.S. bachelors degree (or equivalent).
We typically do not admit students to the masters program to earn a terminal M.A.; however, those who are admitted and enroll in the Ph.D. program earn an M.A. degree along the way. As such, you do not need to have already earned a masters degree prior to applying to and enrolling in the doctoral program. One exception is for graduating Syracuse University seniors applying as part of the Forever Orange initiative.
Unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (admitted students must have official transcripts submitted from their degree-granting institution(s))
3 letters of recommendation
Resume or CV
Personal statement
English proficiency exam scores (TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo are accepted) for international students
Writing sample
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.