Social Science Ph.D. Programs

Boston University has placed a hold on new admissions to Ph.D. programs in the social sciences and the humanities, citing the need to re-evaluate and re-align with evolving academic landscapes. The university announced the decision at the end of January. Despite emphasizing a temporary suspension, the suspension is expected to last for up to 6 years and will affect admission for the 2023-2024 incoming class and beyond. This pause allows university leadership time to reasses current trends, priorities, and resource allocation models that align with faculty research and career pipelines for students in the humanities and social sciences.