Ph.D. Programs

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Ph.D. Programs

Overview

You'll lead research that expands knowledge and brings transformative advances to the world.

Kate Gleason College of Engineering offers four doctoral programs in biomedical and chemical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, mechanical and industrial engineering, and microsystems engineering. Each doctoral program provides you with the knowledge, training, and expertise to tackle important problems while engaging in cutting-edge, cross-disciplinary research.

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Biomedical and Chemical Engineering Ph.D.

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Ph.D.

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Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Ph.D.

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Microsystems Engineering Ph.D.

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By the Numbers

8

Doctoral Programs in which engineering faculty serve as advisors and researchers

73

Total doctoral degrees granted in engineering and microsystems engineering

Affiliated Doctoral Programs

Affiliated Doctoral Programs

Faculty in the Kate Gleason College of Engineering are actively involved in research with, and advising students in, doctoral programs offered across RIT. Learn more by exploring these doctorate programs.

Astrophysical Sciences and Technology, Ph.D.
Color Science, Ph.D.
Computing and Information Sciences, Ph.D.
Imaging Science, Ph.D.
Mathematical Modeling, Ph.D.
Sustainability, Ph.D.