Hello SocProf,
I'm from Latin America. I will be applying to PhD programs in sociology this year. I have 4 years of research experience, teaching experience and a publications (2 in peer reviewed journals and 1 book chapter). First, I want some information about the famous "tiers" and my second question is about the recommendation letters. I have emailed some POI's about this and they say that I need "glowing" letters of recommendation. Also if the professor who recommends me does not have a PhD from an US university the recommendation letter has to be written with the style of US recommendation letters. What do they mean about the US style? Finally, how many programs should I apply? I am into gender issues.
Thanks in advance.