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Best Colleges for Doctoral Degree
in Sociology

300 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT — updated for 2026 admissions.

300 Colleges
📍 USA
🎓 Doctoral Degree

Showing 265–288 of 300 colleges

The New School
New York, New York
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 62.5%
Annual cost
$82,757/yr
Grad earnings
$52,901
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Apply by Nov 1
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The New School
New York, New York
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 62.5%
Annual cost
$82,757/yr
Grad earnings
$52,901
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Apply by Nov 1
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The New School
New York, New York
🏢 Private Match
Acceptance rate 62.5%
Annual cost
$82,757/yr
Grad earnings
$52,901
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
N/A
Apply by Jan 15
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Stanford University
Stanford, California
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 3.9%
Annual cost
$82,162/yr
Grad earnings
$124,080
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Jan 5 Decision Apr 1 Fee $90
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Stanford University
Stanford, California
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 3.9%
Annual cost
$82,162/yr
Grad earnings
$124,080
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $90
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Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.5%
Annual cost
$80,440/yr
Grad earnings
$110,066
SAT avg
1,535
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Mar 31
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Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.5%
Annual cost
$80,440/yr
Grad earnings
$110,066
SAT avg
1,535
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Doctoral Degree in Sociology in USA?
300 colleges and universities currently offer Doctoral Degree programs in Sociology in USA, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Sociology in USA?
The New School leads with median graduate earnings of $52,901 ten years after enrollment for Doctoral Degree graduates.
Which Sociology colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, University of Akron Main Campus, University of Akron Main Campus, University of Akron Main Campus. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Sociology programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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