The University of Chicago’s Ph.D. in Sociology program is deeply rooted in the Chicago School's legacy of urban inquiry, social theory, and rigorous field research. These dissertation topics empower students to explore the complexities of human interaction, institutional influence, and structural inequalities through critical sociological lenses.
The Role of Social Networks in Intergenerational Mobility
Cultural Capital and Educational Attainment in Urban Youth
Race, Policing, and Community Relations in American Cities
Digital Activism and the Transformation of Political Protest
Structural Racism and Healthcare Access Disparities
Gender Roles in Immigrant Households: A Comparative Study
Social Implications of Algorithmic Bias in Employment Platforms
The Sociology of Climate Change and Environmental Justice
Class Consciousness and Unionization in Gig Economy Workers
Neighborhood Effects on Adolescent Mental Health Outcomes
The Impact of Religious Identity on Civic Engagement
The Rise of Incels: Masculinity, Isolation, and Online Radicalization
Racialized Narratives in News Media and Public Opinion
Educational Stratification in Charter vs. Public School Systems
The Sociology of Conspiracy Theories in Polarized Societies
Quantifying Segregation in Housing Markets Using Census Data
Comparative Study of Welfare Perceptions in Europe and the U.S.
Migration and Belonging in Second-Generation Diaspora Youth
Symbolic Boundaries and Status Anxiety in Elite Educational Institutions
Food Deserts, Class, and Consumption in Urban America
The Social Reproduction of Elites in Ivy League Universities
Prison Abolition and the Future of Restorative Justice Movements
Network Analysis of COVID-19 Misinformation Spread
Masculinity, Sport, and Violence in Working-Class Communities
Parenting Styles and Social Class in Early Childhood Development
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