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PhD Sociology at University of California, Davis

University of California, Davis, United States

Programme overview

The PhD (Plan B) in Sociology emphasizes preparation in sociological theory and research methodologies, and students are encouraged to begin research early. Designated emphases are available in African American and African Studies, Critical Theory, Feminist Theory and Research, Human Rights, Science and Technology Studies, and Study of Religion.

Faculty: College of Letters and Science  |  Department: Department of Sociology  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Davis, CA, United States

What you will study

Areas include collective behavior and social movements, comparative/historical culture, gender, development, economic sociology, law and deviance, political sociology, social psychology, race and ethnicity, immigration, and community and urban sociology. Students complete a qualifying paper, dissertation prospectus and qualifying exam before dissertation research.

Career pathways

Professional research and teaching in sociology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Sociology PhD admissions: writing sample, statement of purpose and personal history statement, three letters of recommendation, transcripts. GRE general test is referenced (recent admitted students average 150 or better in Verbal and Quantitative and 4.0 or better in Analytical Writing). Priority deadline December 15, 2026.

Domestic applicants: USD 13,722 a year (2026-27). Systemwide UC graduate (academic) Tuition for California residents, 2026-27 annual. Excludes Student Services Fee, campus-based fees, and Nonresident Supplemental Tuition; self-supporting and professional programmes are charged differently and are not cov Source

Graduate applications are submitted through the UC Davis online graduate application with an application fee; deadlines vary by programme and are listed on the Graduate Studies deadlines page.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.ucdavis.edu/apply

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