amlobo Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 I am thinking of applying to Princeton's and Harvard's joint degree programs in Sociology and Social Policy instead of applying to their "regular" Sociology programs. Does anyone have any first-hand information on applying to these joint programs? I am mostly wondering if I am lowering my chances of admission by applying to the joint programs. My interests relate mainly to inequality and education, and I feel like the joint programs are a better "fit" for my interests. In that vein, maybe my chances of admission are better on the joint degree programs since they are a better fit. But, who knows? There are no admissions/applications statistics on the joint programs that I can find, other than results on GradCafe. I kind of feel that if I am more interested in the joint programs, I should apply to them even if they are more competitive (which, as I said... I don't know if they are). But, I keep going back and forth. FYI - for all other schools, I'm applying to Sociology only. I was just interested in these particular joint degree programs. Any input is appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amlobo Posted August 15, 2012 Author Share Posted August 15, 2012 Just to clarify - I am referring to PhD programs, not Master's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SocioEd Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I have the same question-- on joint programs in Sociology and Public Policy. And yes, I'm interested in inequality and education too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amlobo Posted August 21, 2012 Author Share Posted August 21, 2012 Well, here's hoping someone has some advice! I know I am stressing and thinking way too much about everything... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronM Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 hey fellow soc of ed people! I've heard positive things about sociology/social policy dual degree programs. With other dual degrees not so much. I've heard with PhD/J.D. programs you get pressure from both schools to just focus on their side. But I also know Penn State does pretty well with their dual degree programs. You really have to do your homework on the program but I think sociology/social policy programs are pretty good that way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amlobo Posted August 21, 2012 Author Share Posted August 21, 2012 I thought you might chime in! It seems like education is a main focus for these programs, which is what drew me to them. They look like great programs, but of course I am just stressing all the details at this point! After completing a JD, I cannot imagine that a JD/PhD program would be an enjoyable experience... yikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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