How long does it take?

On average students take five years to complete the program.  There is a seven year time limit on completion.

Can I attend part time?

No, the doctoral program requires full-time attendance.  In addition to course work, students are actively engaged in research.

Are my credentials strong enough?

The average GMAT score for accepted students this year was 660.  The average 4 year undergraduate GPA was 3.3.  Twenty-three percent of applicants had GMAT scores of 700 or greater.  Other factors such as letters of recommendation and the applicant's statement of goals are taken into consideration.

Is there any financial assistance?

All accepted applicants receive a stipend and tuition waiver.  Stipends normally range from $12,000-16,000 per year.

How many students are admitted per year?

Departments bring in on average two to five students per year.  Some areas of study do not accept students each year.  Please check with the doctoral programs office for a current list of accepting programs.

What are the areas of study?

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Where are our graduates placed?

The majority of our graduates become professors at universities.

Is a PhD program right for me?

Our Phd program prepares students to do research and teaching at the university level.  A student whose main goal is outside academia should probably consider a master's level program.

How is the program structured?

Incoming students take courses in methodology and statistics during their first year along with coursework in their major area.  During the second year, students take doctoral seminars in their area of study.  Some departments have a third year of coursework.  Students are required to pass a comprehensive exam.  Once this exam is passed, students devote their time to the development of their dissertation.  Both the dissertation proposal and the final dissertation product must be defended orally before a group of faculty and students.  Departments might have additional requirements.

 What are the codes for sending my standardized test scores?

GMAT - QCK-ZW-59
GRE - 5251
TOEFL -5251