
Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (IHEID), Geneva

Switzerland

Program Name
PhD in Sociology

Deadline
January 15th, 2026
Overview

Total Tuition Fees
$6,000
Class Profile

Admission Policy
Competitive
Eligibility Criteria

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

Accepted fields include Law, Economics, History, Anthropology, Sociology, Political Science.
English Proficiency Tests
TOEFL
100

IELTS
7

Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 100

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Research Papers/Publications

Academic LOR

Degree Certificate

Personal Statement
Application Deadlines
| Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship | All programmes | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Oct 15, 2025 | Jan 15, 2026 |
Fees and Funding
Application fee CHF 100 (non-refundable). Tuition: Year 1 CHF 3,000; Years 2-4 CHF 1,000 per year (total CHF 6,000). Pre-registration fee CHF 1,000 (deducted from first tuition invoice). The Institute provides a four-year financial support package for admitted PhD students (scholarship CHF 20,000 per year).
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