Overview
Education
- The Ohio State University Department of Sociology is nationally acclaimed in terms of faculty research and graduate and undergraduate programs. Our Ph.D. program is ranked 17th in the nation by U.S. News and World Report (2017).
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Community and Urban Studies
- Criminology
- Education
- Family
- Work and Organizations
- Political Sociology
- Social Movements
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: 3
- GRE®: Required
- GMAT: Required
English requirements
- TOEFL® iBT: 79
- IELTS: 7
General requirements
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Academic writing sample
- Statement of purpose (2 pages maximum)
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
- English-language proficiency scores
- Transcripts
Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 60 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting August 2027; Apply before Nov 2026
- Language: English
- Delivered: On Campus
- Campus Location: Columbus, United States
- Disciplines: Sociology
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 20,106 AUD / year (≈ 14,318 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 20,106 AUD / year (≈ 14,318 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 20,106 AUD / year (≈ 14,318 USD / year)
Living costs
Columbus, United States: 1,320-2,134 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding / Scholarships
PhD scholarship opportunities for Sociology are available through the university and independent providers.