About PhD Program,
Earning a doctorate will mean that you have expert-level knowledge in your chosen field. Our Ph. D. students are passionate about a particular subject and are ready to exponentially expand their understanding of that topic through research.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, doctoral degree holders earned a salary over 20% higher than those with a bachelor’s degree. Along with earning a higher salary, there are a number of employment opportunities afforded to Ph.D.’s that bachelor’s and master’s degree holders would not qualify for.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Applicants must first consult the program website for degree options and specific requirements for admission. The program website is the official source of information for application requirements. Programs establish their own requirements and timeline for the application review. If the graduate program website is different from Rackham’s website, follow the graduate program’s website instructions. Review the Programs of Study page for program website and contact information, including dual degree and certificate options.
The graduate program will make a decision on your application and notify both you and Rackham. If you are recommended for admission, Rackham will confirm that you meet the minimum admission requirements and finalize the offer. Review the Admission and Matriculation Policy for eligibility. Applicants are not admitted until they receive an email from Rackham with the offer of admission.
PhD Funding Coverage,
The University of Michigan provides many sources of financial assistance to help students meet educational and living expenses. Whether you are a prospective student, a current student, a master’s or doctoral student, we want to make sure you know about the funding available for your graduate education.
The nature of funding varies widely. Opportunities highlighted here range from large competitive fellowships that pay tuition and stipends, to targeted grants that assist with foreign language study, dissertation research, and conference travel, to emergency grants and awards designed to help students manage student loan debt.
Rackham Graduate School administers two types of fellowships, grants, and scholarships. For those requiring a program nomination or allocation, the graduate program submits a nomination on behalf of the student for a competition or allocated award; students may not apply directly for these awards. For the second type, a program nomination is not required and students may apply directly. Please note that students who qualify for need-based financial aid (including the child care subsidy) and receive additional Rackham funding may be subject to a reduction in the original loan amounts or subsidy. Contact the U-M Office of Financial Aid for help evaluating your individual circumstances.
Application Requirement,
Required Academic Credentials from Non-U.S. Institutions
Statements and Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Guidance and Policies Related to Use of GenAI for Rackham Applicants
Application Deadline,
Dec 01, 2024
Application Fee,
- United States citizens and those with permanent resident visa status, $75
- Non-U.S. citizens, $90
