About PhD Program,
Pursuing a Ph.D. at the Brown University School of Public Health is a student-centered training experience, involving active partnerships with faculty mentors and the execution of innovative research. Our doctoral candidates are committed to generating new knowledge and aspire to make significant contributions to teaching and leadership roles that prioritize the well-being of populations.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
No, Brown does not have a GPA requirement and every application is reviewed holistically by committee.
Three semesters of calculus and advanced undergraduate courses in linear algebra and probability.
Admissions committees do not have a minimum/maximum personal statement length requirement. We encourage you to be succinct while ensuring that you provide enough context to demonstrate your motivations for pursuing the program.
TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international applicants, however, the Graduate School at Brown does offer a list of exceptions. Applicants should submit official TOEFL scores to both code 3094 (Brown University) and 5688 (SOPHAS). IELTS scores are also accepted.
SOPHAS requires international transcripts to be evaluated by World Education Services (WES). Please see SOPHAS’ instructions for more information.
PhD Funding Coverage,
Admitted doctoral students receive up to five years of guaranteed financial support. We encourage Ph.D. applicants to maximize funding sources.
Admitted doctoral students receive five or six years of guaranteed financial support, including summers, a stipend, tuition remission, a health-services fee, and health and dental insurance. This financial support applies to domestic and foreign students.
Ph.D. applicants to the School of Public Health receive automatic consideration for Brown fellowships; no additional application is required:
Diversity Fellowships are intended to diversify doctoral programs, with priority given to students from historically underrepresented groups.
Application Requirement,
Applicants fill out their application via SOPHAS, which includes the following requirements:
- Official Transcripts
- Resume or CV
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of Recommendation (x3)
- Application Fee*
- Prerequisites if applicable; see below
*Assistance available
Application Deadline,
Dec 01, 2024
Application Fee,
SOPHAS charges $150 for the first program you apply to and $60 for each additional program.
