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 |
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) |