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181 PhD programmes in Sociology in North America

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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$16,063/yr

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$3,416/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
University at Albany3,9(9)
Albany, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Social and Personality Psychology

Explore the intricacies of human cognition and behavior in social environments in the doctoral program in Social and Personality Psychology at the University at Albany.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
8 years$28,318/yr
University of Windsor4,3(33)
Windsor, Canada Top 4% in Worldwide

Sociology

The PhD program in Sociology at the University of Windsor critically examines the emergence of contemporary global society, analyzing and evaluating its effects on people’s lives.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$11,340/yr
University at Albany3,9(9)
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
Yale University4,3(55)
New Haven, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Sociology

The doctoral program in Sociology at Yale University prepares students for careers in research and teaching.  

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 yearsFree
University of Washington4,2(56)
Seattle, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Sociology

Graduate training is central to the Department of Sociology at the University of Washington. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
10 years$33,171/yr
Northeastern University4,3(72)
Boston, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology

Embark on an enlightening academic journey at Northeastern University's Sociology Doctoral Program.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$47,250/yr
Washington State University4,5(36)
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
University of Central Florida3,9(53)
Orlando, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology PhD program at the University of Central Florida provides training in the skills necessary to secure research careers in both academic and non-academic professions and emphasizes applied research in community-based settings.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$22,988/yr
Georgia State University4,3(66)
Atlanta, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Urban Studies

The Urban Studies Institute’s PhD in Urban Studies prepares students for academic and research careers at the forefront of urban analysis. Our doctoral students at Georgia State University work alongside top faculty in their fields and join future leaders passionate about solving urban community issues.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$31,726/yr
Georgia State University4,3(66)
Atlanta, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Ph.D. in Sociology at Georgia State University is focused on producing highly skilled researchers who can perform research in both academic and non-academic environments.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$31,726/yr
University of Maryland4,1(18)
College Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Survey and Data Science

The Survey and Data Science PhD program at the University of Maryland blends together faculty with diverse disciplinary backgrounds, all devoted to teaching state-of-the-art practices in the statistical and methodological aspects of surveys.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
9 years$5,008/yr
Rutgers University4,2(59)
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 Rochester4,9(7)
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
Western University - Canada4,0(55)
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$4,831/yr
University of Ottawa4,1(92)
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$8,367/yr
Rutgers University4,2(59)
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
Vanderbilt University4,7(6)
Nashville, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology Ph.D. program at Vanderbilt University promotes excellence in research with the goal of training the next generation of scholars to join the professoriate.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 yearsTuition not available

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