Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Engineering - Biomedical Engineering in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Students pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree spearhead innovative research projects that, combined with supplementary studies, prepare them to become pioneers in their field and excel in diverse career paths across industry, government, or academia. Ph.D. candidates must demonstrate the ability to generate novel insights, produce significant scholarly contributions to their area of study, and exhibit comprehensive subject mastery. The Engineering Ph.D. program offers exceptional adaptability, allowing both students and faculty to tackle modern engineering challenges. Through specialized Emphasis Areas, this doctoral program enables focused study in either traditional disciplines or emerging interdisciplinary fields.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Completion of a B.S. and M.S. (for Ph.D. applicants) with minimum GPA of 3.00 (out of 4.00) from an ABET accredited program or program in a related field. The average undergraduate GPA and graduate GPA of recent accepted students is 3.4 and 3.6, respectively.
Official admission application
Unofficial transcripts are required for the review process. If accepted, you must submit official transcripts prior to matriculation.
Statement of purpose to include your goals in pursuing graduate study, research experience, names of faculty with whom youd like to work, as well as explanations for any perceived deficiencies in your application.
Contact information for three references who can speak to your academic record and/or research experiences.
International students may be required to show English language proficiency and proof of finances, see the UGA Graduate School site for details.
GRE scores may be submitted using the UGA institutional code 5813.
DIRECT PHD ADMISSION
Exceptional and highly motivated students with a B.S. degree who have not completed an M.S. degree may apply for direct admission to a Ph.D. program provided they have demonstrated research experience. The student's desire and suitability to enter a Ph.D. program should be clearly articulated in their statement of purpose and in accompanying letters of recommendation.
Upload all unofficial transcripts in the University of Georgia Documents section of the EngineeringCAS application
International applicants should submit official TOEFL scores using school code B887. TOEFL scores must be accurately reported in the in the Academic History > Standardized Tests section of the EngineeringCAS application. If submitting IELTS scores, these must be reported in the Academic History > Standardized Tests section of the EngineeringCAS application.
The minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
The minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.
Official admission application
Unofficial transcripts are required for the review process. If accepted, you must submit official transcripts prior to matriculation.
Statement of purpose to include your goals in pursuing graduate study, research experience, names of faculty with whom youd like to work, as well as explanations for any perceived deficiencies in your application.
Contact information for three references who can speak to your academic record and/or research experiences.
International students may be required to show English language proficiency and proof of finances, see the UGA Graduate School site for details.
GRE scores may be submitted using the UGA institutional code 5813.
DIRECT PHD ADMISSION
Exceptional and highly motivated students with a B.S. degree who have not completed an M.S. degree may apply for direct admission to a Ph.D. program provided they have demonstrated research experience. The student's desire and suitability to enter a Ph.D. program should be clearly articulated in their statement of purpose and in accompanying letters of recommendation.
Upload all unofficial transcripts in the University of Georgia Documents section of the EngineeringCAS application
International applicants should submit official TOEFL scores using school code B887. TOEFL scores must be accurately reported in the in the Academic History > Standardized Tests section of the EngineeringCAS application. If submitting IELTS scores, these must be reported in the Academic History > Standardized Tests section of the EngineeringCAS application.
The minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
The minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0.
Tuition
USD
24,630