Overview

This dual program in Sociology and Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies at the University at Albany provides a foundation in sociological theories and methods that intertwine with studies in women's rights and gender and sexual identities.

Because the department maintains partnerships with many mission-based community organizations, you can gain real-world experience working in areas such as reproductive justice, independent media, citizen political participation, LGBTQ issues, gender violence, and policy making.

Career Paths

Earning two degrees automatically expands the number of job opportunities you'll have after graduation. The master's part of the program immediately prepares you to work with women's and LGBTQ community organizations.

Sample Non-Teaching Job Titles

Human Services Administrator
Domestic Violence Advocate
Women's Health Clinic Counselor
Communications Consultant

With the doctorate in sociology, you can also pursue academic fellowships and teaching positions at universities and liberal arts colleges, and senior research positions with employers like those listed below.

Sample Employers

Social justice think tanks
Public health organizations
Policy research institutes
Federal agencies like the U.S. Census Bureau

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Situated Sexualities and Transnational Activism
Global Politics of Women's Bodies
Transformative Storytelling and Black Diasporas
Feminisms
Sexual Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

32 + 60 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Gender & Sexuality Studies Sociology View 143 other PhDs in Sociology in United States

Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Required Application Materials

Official Transcripts (All Schools Attended)
Three Letters of Recommendation
Official GRE scores (GRE scores greater than 5 years old will not be accepted.)

Supplemental Documents

Statement of Goals
Writing Sample

Tuition Fee

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International

7365 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 982 USD per credit during 96 months.
National

7365 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 982 USD per credit during 96 months.
In-State

3532 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 471 USD per credit during 96 months.

Living costs for Albany

1010 - 1570 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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