Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Polymer, Fiber and Textile Sciences 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
The Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors provides two specialized tracks within its Ph.D. program: Polymer, Fiber & Textile Sciences and International Merchandising. The Polymer, Fiber & Textile Sciences concentration enables students to conduct cutting-edge research in this scientific field. Meanwhile, the International Merchandising track focuses on advanced study of global apparel retailing, worldwide production and trade, international sourcing strategies, cross-border business operations, and digital commerce in international markets.
Graduate studies in the Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors lead to either Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy degrees. The Ph.D. curriculum supports academic exploration in both Polymer, Fiber and Textile Sciences and International Merchandising. Candidates complete departmental core requirements along with supplementary coursework in statistics and their chosen specialization. All doctoral candidates must successfully defend a dissertation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission is competitive and is based on the following criteria:
Evaluation of transcripts GPA of at least 3.0
GRE scores - minimum of 300 (150 verbal and 150 quantitative)
Three letters of recommendation
Applicant's statement of goals including research interests
Resume (summary of your educational background and relevant experience)
International students - official TOEFL or IELTS scores
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Evaluation of transcripts GPA of at least 3.0
GRE scores - minimum of 300 (150 verbal and 150 quantitative)
Three letters of recommendation
Applicant's statement of goals including research interests
Resume (summary of your educational background and relevant experience)
International students - official TOEFL or IELTS scores
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Tuition
USD
24,630