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PhD Sociology at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln, United States

Programme overview

The Department of Sociology provides a unique opportunity to work with a strong group of active research scholars in the following areas: family and the life course; inequality (race, class gender, and sexuality); physical and mental health. Some students also seek specializations outside of the department in affiliated programs such as Women’s and Gender Studies, Ethnic Studies, and Environmental Studies.

Department: Sociology  |  Duration: 90 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall and Spring (see deadlines)  |  Location: Lincoln, NE, United States

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Entry requirements

Graduate Studies requirements for all programmes: online application, unofficial transcripts (all college-level records for international applicants), and verification of English proficiency if the applicant's native language is not English. Programme-specific: GRE (optional) Resume/CV (required) Personal Statement: Letter of intent Writing Sample Coursework: Sociology Prerequisites Worksheet Three letters of recommendation Funding/Assistantships: If you wish to be considered for an assistantship, check the appropriate box(es) in the Funding section of the application. Deadlines: January 3 for Fall.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall and Spring (see deadlines)

Duration: 90 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://go.unl.edu/gradapp

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