About PhD Program,
Be a part of one of the top-ranked Ph.D. programs in the nation. The Georgia Tech Scheller Ph.D. program gives you the tools to think and work independently, conduct groundbreaking research, and find innovative solutions to business challenges.
From information technology management to organizational behavior, choose from seven concentrations designed to match your interests and goals
Demonstrate your ability to conduct high-quality academic work by hitting key milestones throughout the completion of your degree.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Primary factors considered in the evaluation process include:
- Overall undergraduate and (if applicable) graduate grade point averages
- GMAT or GRE scores
- Compatible research interests with faculty
- Career interests and goals as stated in the essay
- Excellent letters of evaluation
- Appropriateness for graduate study
- Ability to handle advanced-level research
PhD Funding Coverage,
All incoming students, regardless of need and background, are awarded a graduate research assistantship (GRA) that includes a tuition waiver and a living stipend of $35,000. The GRA provides a waiver for out-of-state tuition and a substantial reduction of in-state tuition and fees, resulting in a final cost of approximately $1,300 per semester. Students are guaranteed funding for up to five years. In addition, financial support for research and conference attendance is provided. The responsibilities for graduate assistant positions vary and may include research, tutoring students, or administrative tasks. All financial aid awards are contingent upon a student’s satisfactory academic progress.
The deadline to apply for consideration for admission and a GRA is Jan. 6. All applicants are automatically considered for GRA; no separate application is required.
In addition to graduate assistantships, other forms of financial aid available to Ph.D. students are below.
President’s Fellowship
President’s Fellowships were established in 1973 to enhance the scope and quality of Georgia Tech’s Ph.D. programs. Through the continued support of the Georgia Tech Foundation, President’s Fellowships are offered annually to a select number of highly qualified U.S. citizens or permanent residents who intend to pursue doctoral degrees.
A President’s Fellowship offers $5,500 per year, in addition to the College’s GRA, plus a waiver of tuition, for three semesters per year for a total of four years. Fellowship recipients bring exemplary levels of scholarship and innovation to the academic departments that host their study and research. In turn, the fellowship program assists these students in preparing themselves with minimum delay for outstanding careers in the discipline of their choice.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Georgia Tech offers financial assistance from a variety of sources. To be considered for scholarships awarded by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, you must complete a financial aid application (FAFSA) and the Georgia Tech Application for Scholarships and Financial Aid each year. Contact the Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid.
Application Requirement,
- You need a strong background in college-level mathematics, particularly knowledge of linear algebra, calculus, and statistics.
- All applicants must take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
- Request scores be sent directly to Georgia Tech using institution code HWK-54-07 for the GMAT and 5248 for the GRE.
- GMAT or GRE scores older than five years will not be accepted.
- Additionally, all international applicants must submit a valid TOEFL or IELTS score. Exceptions to the English standardized exams are listed on the Graduate Studies English Proficiency webpage.
- TOEFL scores are valid for two years and the minimum score requirement is 100 on the TOEFL internet-based test (iBT). IELTS score must be a minimum of 7. Use institute code 5248 to report test scores.
- International applicants who received a degree from a US college or university do not need to submit a TOEFL score.
The admission process to the Ph.D. program has two stages.
- First, an applicant must pass a screening by faculty in the appropriate academic area.
- Second, all members of the Ph.D. committee review the application and make a final decision on whether to admit the candidate.
- Information on Institute level application fee waivers and eligibility can be found at Application Fee Waivers | Graduate Education.
Essay Questions
Applicants must complete an essay on the following topic:
- Describe your academic interests, research interests and projects, and career objectives. Also, please discuss any unique aspects of your candidacy and provide the Ph.D. Admission Committee with any information pertinent to your application that you did not cover in the rest of the application.
Letters of Recommendation
- Three letters of recommendation should come from individuals capable of commenting on your academic and research abilities and potential. Each recommender whose email you include in your application will be sent instructions on how to fill out a recommendation for you.
Transcripts
- You can upload all supporting documents to your online application. We will accept unofficial documents. You will be asked for official documents only if you are admitted. An unofficial transcript from the registrar of each college you attended must be submitted. These transcripts can be uploaded online or mailed to Graduate Admissions at the address provided during the application process. International applicants, in addition to submitting transcripts in their native language, must also provide:
- A copy of the English translation of the transcript
- Native language and English translation copies of documents verifying proof of their degree
Resume
- Please include a copy of your most recent resume with your application package.
- Please visit Graduate Admissionsfor additional information on the required application documents.
Application Deadline,
Jan 06, 2025
Application Fee,
the fee per application is $95 for domestic students and $105 for international students. Applications submitted without payment will not be processed.
