Akron,
OH,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Chemistry in Akron United States | University of Akron
University of Akron
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Akron United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,192
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry is awarded for exceptional academic accomplishments in analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, or biochemical studies. Applicants holding either a bachelor's or master's degree can enroll in the program. To earn the degree, candidates must fulfill these requirements:
Develop and complete an approved study plan with guidance from an advisor or committee. This involves earning a minimum of 90 credits post-bachelor's degree, with at least 24 credits from relevant coursework.
Satisfy the monthly cumulative examination requirement.
Fulfill the oral examination component.
Meet the seminar participation expectations.
Successfully defend their dissertation through an oral examination.
Satisfy all general PhD degree requirements.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should hold a B.A. or B.S. (or the foreign equivalent) in chemistry, biochemistry or a related field with a significant background in chemistry, and a 3.00 or better grade point average.
Complete online application for admission to graduate school (Online Form).
Applicants seeking application fee waiver should respond to the following document: Application For Fee Waiver (e-mail the document to Jean Garcia).
In addition, applicants should send the following to the Department of Chemistry:
Official transcripts from each college or university attended.
Three letters of recommendation, including one from a faculty member at the institution most recently attended.
M.S. Thesis and Ph.D. program applicants: Completed Research Interest Questionnaire.
International students: An official TOEFL Score (Institution Code: 1829) OR IELTS Score
Minimum score for Ph.D. applicants: 79 TOEFL or 6.5 IELTS
Complete online application for admission to graduate school (Online Form).
Applicants seeking application fee waiver should respond to the following document: Application For Fee Waiver (e-mail the document to Jean Garcia).
In addition, applicants should send the following to the Department of Chemistry:
Official transcripts from each college or university attended.
Three letters of recommendation, including one from a faculty member at the institution most recently attended.
M.S. Thesis and Ph.D. program applicants: Completed Research Interest Questionnaire.
International students: An official TOEFL Score (Institution Code: 1829) OR IELTS Score
Minimum score for Ph.D. applicants: 79 TOEFL or 6.5 IELTS
Tuition
USD
19,192