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The Ohio State University's Department of Sociology boasts a prestigious, nationally-recognized graduate program featuring accomplished faculty and an excellent track record of PhD student placements. Key research specialties include Social Stratification, Urban and Community Studies, Crime and Justice Systems, Educational Sociology, Family Dynamics, Workplace Organizations, Political Sociology, Collective Action Studies, and Population Health. Our highly-ranked program attracts over 60 graduate students globally, preparing them to become future leaders in academia and research. The department excels particularly in: Social Stratification - Urban Communities, Criminal Justice, Education Systems, Family Structures, Organizational Behavior, Political Systems, Social Change Movements, and Demographic Health Studies.
A baccalaureate or professional degree (or equivalent foreign credential) from an accredited college or university, earned by the expected date of entry into your graduate program. A minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in all prior undergraduate and graduate work.
English Language requirements: