Ph.D. in Human Development and Social Policy

Main Campus, Salt Lake City, United States

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Human Development and Social Policy Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree involves intensive research on important policies and issues in family, community, and social life. The program takes a broad perspective on human development as interdependent with social policies that address human well-being in family, economic, and community contexts. Only a few students are admitted each year, allowing students to benefit from close association with faculty.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Admission Requirements

Bachelor GPA

Duolingo English Test

110+

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

80+

An undergraduate social science research methods course (from any department) with a B grade or better.
An undergraduate statistics course (from any department) with a B grade or better.
A bachelor's degree from a fully accredited college or university.
An undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 (for all undergraduate work or for work completed during the last two years of study, whichever is higher).
The GRE is no longer required. If you choose to take the GRE please specify the Department Code #4602 and the Institution Code #4853 for the University of Utah to help direct the scores to the FCS Department. GRE-prep courses are available for many different sources.
Note: GRE paper test scores are usually sent 5 weeks after the testing date and computer-delivered tests are sent 15 days after the testing date.
A 500-word essay describing your career goals and interest in the program, including which faculty you would like to have as advisors.
A writing sample.
Three letters of recommendation (preferably from faculty members).

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Aug

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

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