Overview

Funding: various sources available to all students. PhD students are guaranteed funding for 4 years, usually in the form of teaching assistantships. Fellowships, internships, and research assistantships are sometimes available. Masters and certificate students can also apply for all forms of funding.

Application requirements: check specific pages. Every program requires a college transcript, a goals statement, a resume, and two letters of recommendation.

Format: All programs are in-person, though some classes or events may be virtual. Classes are typically during the day although some classes may be held in the evening or online asynchronous.  The PhD is full-time.  The masters program is typically full-time although part-time students with flexible schedules will be considered. Certificate programs can be part-time or full-time.


  Typical Duration Career Curriculum Application Deadline
PhD 4-6 years

academia
research
industry
government

72 credits +
comprehensive exam +
dissertation
Jan 15 (Fall)
MA 1.5-2 years research
industry
government
32 credits +
thesis (optional)
Feb 1 (Fall)
Certificate 1 year industry
government
15 credits Mar 15 (Fall) / Nov 1 (Spring)