Program Overview

Part-time PhD Programs

The Tufts School of Engineering’s part-time PhD Program is designed for working professionals who wish to achieve their education and career goals while maintaining their employment in industry. This program allows students to conduct cutting-edge research and develop new technologies with world-class faculty.

Program Description

The part-time PhD program is tailored for industry professionals who receive full financial support from their employers. Financial arrangements between the employee and employer must be agreed upon in advance. Tufts University does not offer stipends, scholarships, discounts, or financial support for this program. Part-time PhD students are not eligible for TA/RA positions, grading roles, or any other paid positions within the university.

Eligibility

Qualified domestic students who are interested in continued learning, developing their skill set, or expanding their career path are encouraged to apply. This program is not available to international applicants unless they are currently working for a U.S. company. No visas can be issued for part-time PhD students.

How to Apply

All applicants must submit the following materials:

• Contact an advisor or faculty member to discuss specific requirements.
• Online Application for Admission: An application fee of $85 is payable through the online application by credit card or e-check.
• Academic Records: Upload a copy of transcripts from each accredited college or university attended.
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE): GRE scores are no longer required for candidates with an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited U.S. institution.
• Letters of Recommendation: Most programs require three letters of recommendation.
• Personal Statement: Upload a personal statement describing reasons for wanting to pursue graduate study at Tufts.
• Résumé / CV: Upload a current résumé or CV.

Deadlines

• Spring applications: September 15th
• Fall applications: December 15th Some exceptions may be made by the faculty member you will be working with.

Tuition and Fees

Students who enroll part-time in an engineering PhD program will be responsible for all tuition and fees charged at a per semester rate. No scholarships, financial aid, or stipends are available for these programs.

Financial Aid and Employer Tuition Reimbursement

Low-interest Federal Direct Loans and Federal Perkins Loans are administered by Tufts Student Financial Services. Tuition reimbursement/Tuition assistance is an employee benefit through which an employer pays for a predetermined amount of continuing education credits or college coursework to be applied toward a degree.

PhD Programs

Available PhD programs include:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• Biotechnology Engineering
• Civil and Environmental Engineering
• Electrical and Computer Engineering

Faculty Members

Faculty members who are eager to receive part-time PhD applications can be found in the following departments:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical and Biological Engineering
• Civil and Environmental Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Academic Departments

The School of Engineering has the following academic departments:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Chemical and Biological Engineering
• Civil and Environmental Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Strategic Research Areas

The School of Engineering has the following strategic research areas:

• Energy, Water, and the Environment
• Human Health and Bioengineering
• Human-technology Interface
• Intelligent Systems
• Learning Science

Centers

The School of Engineering has the following centers:

• Center for Applied Brain and Cognitive Sciences
• Center for Engineering Education and Outreach
• Center for STEM Diversity
• Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Technology
• Cybersecurity Center for the Public Good
• Initiative for Neural Science, Disease & Engineering
• Institute for Research on Learning and Instruction
• Tufts Gordon Institute
• Tufts Interdisciplinary Advanced Materials Center