Science and Technology Studies (PhD) at Cornell University

Programme overview

Science and technology studies (STS) is a growing academic field dedicated to historical and social analysis of science and engineering. STS builds on humanistic and social science traditions to examine systematically the social and cultural dimensions of science and technology (including health, medicine, and environmental science). Ph.D.

What you will study

Concentrations: History and philosophy of science and technology, Social studies of science and technology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should have some background in history, philosophy, sociology, or politics. Familiarity with science and technology studies is desirable.; All Cornell University Graduate School requirements , including:; Academic statement of purpose; Personal statement; College transcripts; Resume or CV; Strong reading, writing, and oral communication skills in English are essential to coursework, research, teaching, departmental and professional activities, and other responsibilities in the graduate field of science and technology studies. Accordingly, the field’s requirement for admission is higher than the English language proficiency requirement of the Graduate School. Application deadline: Fall, December 15; no spring admission

USD 20,800 a year (2026-27). Doctoral tuition per year ($10,400 per semester); the source states $20,800 applies to Ph.D., D.M.A. and J.S.D. programs in endowed and contract colleges; tuition only. Source

Graduate School applications are submitted online through the Graduate School application; the application fee is $105. Each graduate field sets its own deadlines, and many fall between early December and mid-January.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.cornell.edu/admissions/application-steps/apply-now/

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