Academic Programs - PhD
Financial Support
Doctoral students are supported in years 1 and 2 by research-based Graduate Student Assistantships (GSAs), and in years 3 and 4 by Teaching Assistantships (TAs). Exceptional students with teaching experience may apply for our Teaching Fellowships (TFs). Both GSAs and TA/TFs provide tuition remission and stipends for the fall, spring, and summer terms. There is a 20-hour-per-week work requirement.
Typically the student receives GSA or TA support for four years as long as the student is making satisfactory progress toward the degree. If a fifth year is required, it is usually supported by adjunct funding. Students are also encouraged to apply for pre-doctoral research traineeships and other awards.