About PhD Program,
We are now accepting applications for our PhD Program in Business for the cohort starting the program in Fall 2025. The deadline for applications is January 15, 2025. Check out important details and information below in the FAQs about the stipend and other benefits of becoming a Katz PhD Student. We welcome the opportunity to discuss our PhD Program in Business and help you plan for your future application submission.
A rigorous, customized program for curious students eager to be recognized as experts in their fields. Mentorship is key to lasting success and confident leadership. The Katz faculty is dedicated to a signature apprenticeship model, designed to support and challenge each student. Work alongside world-renowned faculty, publish original research, and lead your own courses.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
The PhD program includes seven areas of study: Accounting, Business Analytics and Operations, Finance, Information Systems and Technology Management, Marketing, Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management, and Strategic Management.
Most students complete the program in five years. It typically takes two years to complete course work and comprehensive examinations followed by dissertation research, overview, and defense.
please submit as much of the application as possible before the deadline. It is best to submit your application with all official documentation. However, you may indicate that the GMAT/TOEFL score will be forwarded to the University of Pittsburgh (DPZ-M5-90 for GMAT and 2998-02 for GRE and TOEFL) and indicate the date you are taking the exam. We can begin to process the application if necessary without all of the information. However, please note that no official action can be taken on an incomplete application. If you have a copy of a score that you want to submit while waiting for an official score to arrive, please feel free to do so. Again, remember that no final action can be taken on your application until official documents are received.
PhD Funding Coverage,
The Katz PhD Program provides a five academic year financial aid package to admitted doctoral students. The financial package is $40,900 which includes a stipend of $30,900 and a Dean’s Fellowship of $10,000 annually. We also pay all tuition during the funding period and provide free comprehensive University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Health Insurance for our funded students. There is additional financial support for research projects and for travel to major conferences.
Application Requirement,
You will submit the following in order to complete your application:
- Two recommendations
- Essay responses
- Current Résumé
- Transcripts/Academic documents
- Official GMAT or GRE scores*
- Official TOEFL, Duolingo English, or IELTS test results (international applicants)
- Application fee
Application Deadline,
Jan 15, 2025
Application Fee,
Please refer official website
