Admissions Requirements
You must hold either a bachelor's or master's degree with a 3.00 grade point average. Only students who expect to obtain the Ph.D. degree are typically admitted to the program. Students are normally admitted to the program only in the fall semester.
A limited number of students are admitted on a competitive basis each year. Admissions and financial aid decisions are made based on GPA, GRE scores, and letters of recommendations.
Application Checklist
You'll be asked to provide or upload key pieces of information under the "Supplemental Questions" section of the application.
Application Fee
An application fee ($85 domestic/ $95 international) must be paid before your application will be considered complete and ready for review. Applicants affiliated with certain federally-sponsored programs may apply for an application fee waiver.
Statement of Purpose
A statement of purpose, 1-2 pages in length, describing your interests and goals in graduate study.
GRE Scores
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) subject and general aptitude test scores are not required and will not be considered for 2022-23 admissions.
Letters of Recommendation
A minimum of 3 and maximum of 4 letters of recommendation are required. These letters should be written by faculty or employers that can speak about your academic and research ability. You will list their contact information on the application, and they will receive an automatic email generated from the University's GradApp system.
Transcripts
Official or unofficial transcripts from all previous academic institutions you have attended to satisfy your Bachelor's Degree (and your Master's Degree, if applicable). If you are recommended to our program and you accept, the Graduate Office of Admission will then and only then require your original transcripts.
Curriculum Vitae
A curriculum vita or resume summarizing your education, experience, and accomplishments.
Writing Sample
A sample of your previous writing (in English), such as a term paper or thesis.
English Language Proficiency (International Applicants)
For International students, Proof of English proficiency is required for any international applicant born in a country where English is not the official language. Scores must not be over two years old.
See Graduate College requirements for international students.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) must show a minimum score of 79 iBT (or 60 on the revised PBT with no section score lower than 15). Individual MyBest scores must also be dated within 2 years of the enrollment term to be considered valid. Students wishing to be considered for financial aid in the form of an assistantship must score a minimum of 24 on the speaking section of the TOEFL IBT. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) a score of 7.5 or better, with no subject below a 7. A score of 8 is the recommended level.
Request that your scores be submitted by the testing organization (TOEFL or IELTS). List 2102 as the department code for sociology and 4832 for the school code. Your scores will then be sent electronically to the University of Arizona, where they will be automatically merged with your application.
For the CEPT Full Academic test - minimum total score of 110, offered by our Center for English as a Second Language (CESL)
Standardized Tests
GRE Scores (Domestic and International Applicants)
You must submit scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general aptitude test not over three years old. GRE scores are used in conjunction with other application materials; no minimum score is required for admission. However, students with scores below the 50th percentile must offer especially strong supporting materials to be competitive.
Ask that your scores be sent to Institution Code #4832.
English Language Proficiency (International Applicants)
For International students, Proof of English proficiency is required for any international applicant born in a country where English is not the official language. Scores must not be over two years old.
See Graduate College requirements for international students.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) must show a minimum score of 79 iBT (or 60 on the revised PBT with no section score lower than 15). Individual MyBest scores must also be dated within 2 years of the enrollment term to be considered valid. Students wishing to be considered for financial aid in the form of an assistantship must score a minimum of 24 on the speaking section of the TOEFL IBT. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) a score of 7.5 or better, with no subject below a 7. A score of 8 is the recommended level.
Request that your scores be submitted by the testing organization (TOEFL or IELTS). List 2102 as the department code for sociology and 4832 for the school code. Your scores will then be sent electronically to the University of Arizona, where they will be automatically merged with your application.
For the CEPT Full Academic test - minimum total score of 110, offered by our Center for English as a Second Language (CESL)
Funding Opportunities
The vast majority of full-time students in the school receive some form of financial support.
- Graduate Assistantships
- Departmental Awards
- Scholarships & Fellowships
- Grant Oportunities
Admissions Deadlines
PhD Domestic Applicants:
PhD International Applicants:
International Conditional Admission
International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.
Other Information
The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832
ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 2102
NRC Taxon(a) for this program: Sociology
