PhD (Philosophy Doctorate) Programs in Lehigh University

Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics OverviewStudents in the Ph.D. program take the qualifying examination in the same two areas, algebra and real analysis, within two years. They test in statistics and applied probability for t...

Bioengineering Ph.D. OverviewAddressing the modern challenges of healthcare requires innovators who combine life and physical sciences with engineering to diagnose and treat disease more effectively and affordably. Lehig...

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences Overview Students admitted to the Biological Sciences PhD program typically have an undergraduate degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or neuroscience. Depending on the student...

Ph.D. in Business and Economics Overview Relying on a balanced approach to both research and teaching, Lehigh's Ph.D. in Business and Economics program focuses on the fields of health, labor, industrial organization, app...

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering OverviewChemical engineering is a broad discipline that employs tools from chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology to carry out molecular transformation of low value raw materials to hi...

Ph.D. in Chemistry OverviewThe Lehigh Ph.D. program in chemistry consists of approximately one-third formal course work and two-thirds independent study and research. Completion of a Doctor of Philosophy in chemistry nor...

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering Overview The doctoral program, leading into the Ph.D., requires candidates to complete courses in their major and minor fields, and present a dissertation of original research. Courses in mecha...

Ph.D. in Computer Engineering OverviewStudents in the computer engineering graduate program conduct cutting-edge research in a variety of fields including database and information systems, Internet search, graphics, user...

Ph.D. in Computer Science Overview Lehigh's graduate programs in computer science provide a balance between formal classroom instruction and research and are tailored to the individual student's professional goals. The p...

Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology OverviewThe Ph.D. program, which is accredited by the American Psychological Association, trains students to become effective counseling psychologists who demonstrate the competencies neces...