How to Apply for Graduate Students
Thank you for your interest in our graduate program. Our department offers students a wide range of areas of study in a friendly and supportive environment. The graduate program generally has around 50 students in-residence at any given time.
The application deadline is February 1st. To be considered for admission you submit the following:
To expedite the processing of your application, submit all other materials to the Sociology Department in the same envelope.
- One official transcript from each academic institution attended.
- Letter of Intent: (2–3 single-spaced pages) This is a brief statement of your reasons for applying to the program and pursuing graduate study in sociology.
- Two samples of written academic work in sociology or a related field: (10-15 double spaced pages with bibliography)
- Three letters of recommendation: At least two of these letters should be from a faculty member or professional contact who can accurately assess your academic potential
- Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores: The institution code for the University of New Mexico is 4845. The Sociology Department code is 2102. (Educational Testing Services GRE scores are valid for 5 years from date of exam).
- resume or curriculum vitae (optional)
Please see the links below for more information on our graduate program. Or, you may contact the graduate advisor.
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