Ph.D. Frequently Asked Questions
- What can I specialize in?
- How long is the program?
- Do you accept applications for the spring semester?
- How many students are in the program?
- How many applicants are admitted each year?
- What is the average GMAT/GRE score for admitted candidates?
- What is the tuition?
- What form of financial aid do you have?
- When are admissions decisions made?
- Where do graduates of Management Ph.D. program typically find employment?
- When are the applications materials due?
What can I specialize in?
Organization Science/Strategic
Management.
How long is the program?
The expected time for completion of the degree is
5 years (in
residence), with two years devoted to course work and
three to
completing the dissertation.
Do
you accept applications for the spring semester?
No. We only accept applications for the Fall semester of each
year.
How many students are in the program?
Currently there are 25 Ph.D. students in the program, divided
evenly among the two areas of specialization.
How many applicants are admitted each year?
Approximately 7 people are admitted out of over 100 applicants.
What is the average GMAT/GRE score for
admitted candidates?
The average GMAT for the past several admissions periods has been
690, with the range from 640 to 710. The average GRE score has
been around 1450, with a range from 1400-1580.
What is the tuition?
Currently Ph.D. students pay around $2,300 per semester. Students
accepted to the program are automatically considered for financial
aid, and almost always qualify for in-state tuition rates. Every
Ph.D. student in the program is eligible and will receive some form of
financial aid if it is requested.
What form of financial aid do you have?
We have a limited number of Pre-emptive Fellowships, which are
given to the most qualified applicants. In addition, we have
Teaching/Research Assistant positions for which the salary is around
$5000 per long semester (Fall and Spring). The appointments and
salaries vary during the summer, but all students generally receive
some support. If you have a Teaching/Research Assistant
position, you will qualify for in-state tuition and health insurance
benefits.
When are admissions decisions made?
Most admissions decisions are made in March, although exceptionally
qualified candidates may be considered earlier.
Where do graduates of Management Ph.D.
program typically find employment?
The Management Ph.D. program is a research-oriented program, and
focuses on preparing graduates for academic positions at
research-oriented universities.
When are the applications materials due?
They should be completed and returned to the address listed below
no later than January 15.

