Department of Sociology

The Sociology Department has moved to online service only. Staff will be teleworking starting on March 19, 2020. Please email uwsoc@uw.edu for general information. For students needing advising, please email asksoc@uw.edu.

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Welcome to the Department of Sociology

Sociology is the scientific study of people in groups—from friendship networks to communities to entire nations. The Sociology Department at the University of Washington offers an undergraduate major and a PhD program. We are an inclusive and collaborative scholarly community with a commitment to high quality research and supportive instruction. Hear what graduates have to say about the major »