Sociology
York has one of Canada's largest graduate sociology programs.
The program focus is on critical scholarship, interdisciplinarity and sociological theory.
One of the most dynamic centres of social theorizing and research in Canada with a well-established national and international reputation. You’ll benefit from close association with award-winning professors, including an unusually high number of research chairs, conducting sociological research in Arts, Law, Education, Fine Arts, Environmental Studies and other Faculties.
We support you as you apply for, and receive, an impressive number of national and international awards for academic achievement.
You will join students and professors who are committed to social justice and political activism.
Degrees Offered
MA
Program Component(s)
- Major research paper
- AND Thesis
Minimum Required GPA
B+
Fall Entry
- Full-time
- Part-time
Deadline - Fall (All Applicants)
2026-01-15English Proficiency Requirement
| Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) | 600 |
| Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) | 100 |
| IELTS (Academic Module) | 7.5 |
| YUELI | Academic Program Level 9 with Distinction |
| YUELI Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) | Graduate with distinction |
| CAEL | Overall score of 70, no component score less than 60 |
| Minimum CPE Score | C |
| Minimum CAE Score | B |
| Duolingo | 140 |
| PTE Academic | 76 |
PhD
Program Component(s)
- Comprehensive examination(s)
- AND Dissertation
Minimum Required GPA
B+
Fall Entry
- Full-time
- Part-time
Deadline - Fall (All Applicants)
2026-01-15English Proficiency Requirement
| Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) | 600 |
| Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) | 100 |
| IELTS (Academic Module) | 7.5 |
| YUELI | Academic Program Level 9 with Distinction |
| YUELI Graduate Studies Preparation Program (GSPP) | Graduate with distinction |
| CAEL | Overall score of 70, no component score less than 60 |
| Minimum CPE Score | C |
| Minimum CAE Score | B |
| Duolingo | 140 |
| PTE Academic | 76 |
Additional Admission Requirements
Number of Recommendation(s)
- 3 recommendation(s)
Other Requirements
- Statement of interest (500 words)
- Sample of academic writing (5,000 to 7,500 words)
- Resumé or CV
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