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University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Department

of Sociology

Graduate Studies in Family Sociology

 

The Family Studies Program in the Department of Sociology offers a unique opportunity to work with active research scholars in the classroom and in individual research projects. Students who complete graduate studies in sociology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are well prepared to pursue successful careers in the academic and public arenas.

 

Resources and Facilities

  • The department's sponsorship of major family-related studies provides excellent research opportunities for students. These include ongoing national and statewide panel studies. Students are encouraged to do independent or collaborative research in addition to required thesis and dissertation projects.
  • The Bureau of Sociological Research is an outstanding survey research organization equipped with state-of-the-art computer technology. Students gain hands-on experience and participate in bureau projects, or may use bureau staff and facilities to field their own research.
  • The field of family studies is integrated with other specialized fields in Sociology, such as Aging, Social Psychology, and Sex and Gender.
  • The Department maintains a library of journals and books with an emphasis on family studies. These are available for graduate student use.
  • Graduate assistantships are offered with competitive stipends and full tuition remission. Help is given in acquiring fellowships and student loans.
  • A visiting scholar program, featuring noted speakers such as Bert Adams, Andrew Billingsly, Alan Booth, Richard Gelles, Norval Glenn, and Sara McLanahan provides unique learning experiences for students.
  • Biweekly meeting of a family study group enhance faculty-student interaction. Group meetings are informal, with students and faculty taking turns presenting research and discussing new books.
  • Through course offerings and opportunities for independent research and scholarly activity, we are able to offer students interested in family sociology a strong graduate program. If you are seeking graduate training in the sociology of the family or know students who are, we welcome inquiries and applications.