About PhD Program,
The Naveen Jindal School of Management grants a PhD in Management Science degree, which is defined as the use of economics, behavioral science, mathematics and statistics to conduct rigorous scientific research. The program encompasses theory and empirical analysis and is characterized by a high ratio of research faculty to students, fostering close working relationships.
The Management Science PhD degree program requires students to choose from one of the following areas (concentrations) of study:
The program is characterized by a high ratio of research faculty to students, with core and elective courses providing students with a thorough understanding of management principles. Coursework incorporates a broad outlook into the study of business theory and practice. A sequence of PhD seminars exposes students to traditional and emerging research issues, and students are encouraged early in their graduate work to be involved in faculty research projects with experienced professors. Students quickly identify and develop research ideas and create their own research agenda. They also develop their teaching skills under faculty mentorship.
Faculty interests range from quantitative modeling to empirical studies using tools from operations research, mathematical programming, price theory, game theory, statistics, econometrics, optimal control theory, stochastic processes, machine learning and simulation.
Please download our 18 Characteristics of Doctoral Programs in Management Science.
For questions, please contact: JSOMPhD@utdallas.edu
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
The applicant’s cumulative GPA will be used as a part of the admission committee’s review for competitiveness for admission. Currently, the average admitted GPA is a 3.3.
The PhD in International Management Studies program and PhD in Management Science program each admit 3-5 new students per year per concentration (fall admission only). Both are designed to be full-time programs with completion being 4 to 5 years.
Students may enter after previous graduate training or directly from undergraduate programs. Admission is based on grade-point average, GMAT or GRE scores, letters of reference, business and professional experience (if applicable), a written statement of personal objectives, and compatibility with faculty research activities. Although both GMAT and GRE scores are accepted, the GMAT is strongly preferred.
PhD Funding Coverage,
The PhD Program provides funding to qualified doctoral students and guarantees four to five years of support based on academic performance. Students making satisfactory progress normally receive a full tuition & fee waiver and funding in the form of a teaching assistantship or scholarship. The PhD Program announces the assistantship and scholarship awards at the time of admission decisions. PhD students are also provided an ample research budget for presenting their work at premier conferences.
The starting yearly stipend for full-time doctoral students is $39,300 over 12 months beginning in Fall 2024. Doctoral stipends are awarded in the form of a Teaching or Research Assistantship. Teaching Assistants (TAs) are employed a maximum of 20 hours per week to help meet the instructional needs of the University. Research Assistants (RAs) are employed a maximum of 20 hours per week to assist the research efforts of the faculty in a capacity that relates to the student’s educational goals. Typically, students awarded assistantships receive a full tuition waiver, with student medical insurance also covered by the university.
Students applying for admission will be automatically considered for the Eugene McDermott Graduate Fellows program, which provides additional research support and funding as a research assistant for 4-5 years. Details can be found below in the Eugene McDermott Graduate Fellows section.
Every PhD student receiving an assistantship will be eligible for a year-long research fellowship for four semesters (summer, fall, spring, summer). The goal of the fellowship is to help PhD students initiate their research activities early in the program. Students choose a faculty advisor and develop a quality research paper to be presented at the end of the fellowship year.
Students awarded assistantships are also eligible for part-time employee benefits. UT Dallas offers a dynamic and flexible package of valuable programs.
Assistantship awards are announced at the time of admission decisions.
Application Requirement,
- All undergraduate and graduate transcripts should be uploaded and submitted electronically. DO NOT mail official/paper copies of your documents. Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for releasing an admissions decision. Admitted students must provide official documents prior to enrollment
- GMAT* or GRE scores. Students must have an excellent academic record and high scores on the GMAT or GRE. To be considered for admission, students must score 600 on the GMAT or above or receive comparable scores on the GRE. The mean GMAT score for students admitted to the Jindal School of Management PhD programs for Fall 2024 was 715. The mean GRE score (combined) for students admitted for Fall 2024 was 324. The institution code to report GMAT scores is ZTZ-PQ-18 and for GRE scores is 6897. Scores must be no older than 5 years, are not waived for any applicants, and must be submitted at the time of application.The Online GRE and Online GMAT will be accepted for Fall 2025 admissions
- A curriculum vitae (CV) or résumé. If you do not have professional work experience, still include a CV or résumé which will give us an overview of your academic background and accomplishments
- A statement of purpose that should answer two fundamental questions:
- Why do you want to pursue a PhD in your chosen concentration?
- What are your career goals after you obtain your PhD?
- Three letters of recommendation with at least two being from academic referees (see note below)**
- The ability to read, write, speak and understand English is essential for success in graduate studies at UT Dallas. If your native language is not English and you have been educated outside the United States, you must demonstrate English proficiency
- Please review the requirements as outlined on the Graduate Admission at UT Dallas pagefor specifics on scores and potential waivers
- For technical assistance with the graduate application, please contact the Office of Admissions.
Application Deadline,
Dec 06, 2024
Application Fee
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