Areas of Specialization

In addition to core, required courses in Theory and Methods, the DOS has EIGHT areas of substantive specialization for research and teaching. The Areas of Specialization (AOS) are listed below. Masters students must declare ONE AOS and complete a minimum of one 3-credit 600 or 700 level course in this area. Doctoral students must declare TWO areas of specialization and complete a MINIMUM of 3-credits of 600 or 700-level courses in each area. Doctoral students take their specialty area comprehensive exams in each of their declared AOS.

Forms and Documents

Student Declaration Form

Policies and Procedures

GA Evaluation Form

List of Faculty and Areas

Advanced Courses - Theory and Methods

Upcoming Schedule of Graduate Seminars

Reading Lists

Race and Ethnic Studies

Health

Culture

Environment

Gender & Sexuality

Family, Aging, and the Life Course

Social Psychology & Theory

Criminology & Deviance

Social Movements

Urban Demography and Population Studies

Program Overview

Areas of Specialization
Admission
M.A. Program
PhD Program
Course Offerings
Funding
Graduate Student Research & Activities