Science and Mathematics

Financial Economics

PLEASE NOTE: The School of Economics is no longer accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year; consider applying for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Master of Science in Financial Economics degree prepares graduates for employment in the financial services sector in positions requiring advanced quantitative and analytical skills and in-depth familiarity with the structure and […]

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Entomology

The program leading to a Master of Science in Entomology is designed for students interested in the study of insect ecology, diversity, and management and their applications in environmental sciences. Qualified candidates for a graduate program in entomology should have a Bachelor’s degree in biology, botany, chemistry, ecology, environmental science, natural resources, zoology, or a […]

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Engineering Physics

The Master of Engineering in Engineering Physics program is exciting, emphasizing the accretion of the student’s physics and engineering skills. This is a continuance of the Department of Physics and Astronomy’s innovative Engineering Physics discipline. Specialized courses in the student’s research interest and allied fields precede a written thesis. M.S. degree candidates must pass an […]

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Computer Engineering

Thesis and non-thesis options are available for the MS in Computer Engineering. For a non-thesis degree, a minimum of 30 semester hours of coursework is required. Thesis options require 30 credit hours of which six credits of ECE699 shall be devoted to individual study with a member of the graduate faculty. This work must culminate in […]

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Biological Sciences

Applicants need to identify an area of research interest and a potential advisor at the time of application; they should feel free to contact members of the faculty to discuss possible research projects before submission of the application. A research project is a central part of the PhD degree. All applicants will be automatically considered […]

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Aerospace Engineering

Aerospace Engineering is the branch of engineering that focuses on the design, development, and testing of all aspects of atmospheric and space vehicles. The Certificate in Aerospace Engineering would be of interest to a variety of working professionals, including those with mechanical, electrical, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics backgrounds seeking to expand their knowledge and career […]

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Biochemistry

Graduate studies in Biochemistry can lead to an MPS or MS degree. Students may choose from biomedical research areas such as cell regulatory systems, protein biochemistry, molecular immunology, cellular and molecular toxicology, microbiology, bioinformatics, and genomics. Financial aid is available on a competitive basis, primarily in the form of graduate teaching assistantships. Research assistantships and […]

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Education

The College of Education and Human Development offers a PhD in Education with focus areas in Educational Leadership, Higher Education, Literacy Education, Prevention and Intervention Studies, Special Education, and STEM Education. PLEASE NOTE: some concentrations are not currently accepting applications. Educational Leadership The PhD program in Educational Leadership is for experienced educational leaders looking to […]

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Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry offers programs of study and research leading to MS and PhD degrees. Candidates for advanced degrees in the Department of Chemistry normally are expected to have completed the minimum undergraduate program established by the American Chemical Society Committee on Professional Training. The graduate program in chemistry may include any chemistry courses […]

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Ecology and Environmental Sciences

The graduate program in Ecology and Environmental Sciences capitalizes on University strengths in ecology, environmental science, and environmental policy. Students can earn MS (thesis or non-thesis) and PhD degrees in Ecology and Environmental Sciences using an integrated interdisciplinary approach to the analysis of ecological and environmental problems.     The EES graduate program includes faculty members across 14 […]

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