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Preparation for the PhD Program
Although there are no required courses to begin a doctoral program, it is highly recommended that applicants have a strong background in quantitative methods. Depending on your individual field of study, it may also be beneficial to have a good understanding of the basic principles of your chosen field; for example, psychology or sociology, if you are pursuing graduate work in organizational behavior; or
substantial background in economics and mathematics if applying to Economic Analysis and Policy.
A significant number of the PhD student body have joined the Program from abroad, and a variety of personal and professional backgrounds is represented. These backgrounds range from individuals with substantial experience in management and/or industry to those newly graduated from undergraduate programs such as economics, mathematics, or psychology. Prerequisites for admission into specific fields are detailed in the individual field descriptions.
A profile of the recent entering class is given below.
Total number of applications |
700 |
Number enrolling |
30 |
Men/Women |
23/7 |
International |
37% |
Number of countries represented |
11 |
Advanced degrees |
33% |
Undergraduate and Graduate Majors |
|
Accounting |
International Economics |
Behavior Science |
Law |
Business Administration |
Management |
Chemical Engineering |
Management Science |
Civil Engineering |
Mathematics |
Communication |
Neuroscience |
Computer Science |
Philosophy |
Economics |
Physics |
Electrical Engineering |
Political Science |
Finance |
Psychology |
Human Biology |
Statistics |