The Ph.D. program in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering is offered to students with an excellent academic background and a capacity for independent research. Doctoral candidates tailor a highly individualized Program of Study (typically 50 credit hours of courses beyond the bachelor's degree) to develop expertise in their major specialization area. As part of the Program of Study, candidates must complete a Minor Field of Study. To demonstrate the ability for independent research, the candidate must pass a qualifying examination, a thesis proposal, and a thesis defense. Candidates are required to complete a doctoral thesis reporting the results of original and independent research that derives from the scientific method and demonstrates creativity and technical expertise in the principles and methods essential to modern Civil & Environmental Engineering.
PhD in Environmental Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Institute of Technology offers the PhD of Environmental Engineering as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Atlanta, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for environmental engineering and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in Environmental Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology
Entry Requirements
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 90
Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in Environmental Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology
How to Apply for PhD in Environmental Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology
Step 1: Complete Online Application
All programs use the same online graduate application, and you may apply to multiple programs across the three campuses (Atlanta, Europe, Shenzhen). You do not have to finish the application in one sitting. You can save your work and log back in later to complete it.
Step 2: Submit Application Materials
Application materials can be added after you have submitted your application. Refer to your intended graduate program of study webpage to review program-specific application materials.
You can upload unofficial copies of your transcripts for the application, but you must provide official copies of your transcript(s) for your application to be verified (see step nine in After You Apply for more on verification).
The Office of Graduate Education highly recommends that you submit your online application as soon as you complete all sections even if application materials, such as letters of recommendation and test scores, have not yet been received or submitted. These materials will be matched to your application record as we receive them.
Step 3: Verify Lawful Presence
In accordance with the University System of Georgia policy, if you are admitted to Georgia Tech and residing in the United States, you must verify your lawful presence prior to registering for classes.
If you do not live in the United States and are taking online courses with Georgia Tech, you are not required to complete lawful presence.
Step 4: Pay the Application Fee
To submit your application for admission to Georgia Tech, a separate, non-refundable, and non-transferable application fee is required for each application. The fee for international applicants is $85.
Application Fee Waivers: Georgia Tech provides application fee waivers to advance diversity, recognize outstanding undergraduate achievement, and engage prospective students in recruitment events where Georgia Tech is affiliated. Please contact the graduate program directly for more information or to request a fee waiver.
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