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The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in engineering recognizes the highest academic achievement in a broad field of knowledge and distinguished performance within an area of specialization. In-depth coursework, participation in research or design synthesis, and a completion of a defended thesis are required for all PhD candidates.

What to Expect

An engineering PhD degree requires completion of 66 graduate credits beyond the bachelor’s degree. Some students pursue their PhD after completing a master’s degree, and others choose to earn a PhD instead of a master’s degree. Please see the academic catalog for specific requirements.

Many students earn Teaching Assistantships (TAs), Research Assistantships (RAs) or Fellowships during their graduate study which helps to fund their education while also building leadership skills. Assistantships decisions are made by the academic departments only after an applicant has been accepted to the program.

Earning an engineering PhD in can provide you with a wide range of professional or academic opportunities that may include leadership roles in academia, government service, or high-level industrial research.

• Industrial Engineering
• Material Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Mechanical Engineering