Key information
Duration
Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 80
Credits
63 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Atlanta, United States
Disciplines
Sociology
Overview
The Sociology Department is located in the heart of Atlanta, within walking distance of the State Capitol and City Hall, and close to other major political, economic and cultural centers. This connection with a large, vibrant urban community provides an ideal learning environment for students.
Careers
Earning a Doctorate of Sociology from Georgia State University prepares students for top tier sociology or human services positions and the widest field of career choices.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Qualitative Methods in Sociology
- Multivariate Sociological Data Analysis
- Advanced Research Methodology
- Sociological Theory
- Life Course Sociology
- Sexuality and Society
- Gender and Society
- Race and Ethnic Relations
- Urban Sociology
- Health & Illness
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
Other requirements
Admission into the PhD-only program requires a Masters degree in Sociology or a related field.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 45,612 AUD / year (≈ 32,332 USD / year) — Applies to non-residents
- Out-of-State: 44,757 AUD / year (≈ 31,726 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 13,811 AUD / year (≈ 9,790 USD / year)
Living costs
Atlanta, United States: 1,711–3,115 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.
