Where can I get help with my PhD programs?

  • Frank Business Communication Center (C436 PBB)
    • For personal statement drafting, review, and editing, and more
  • Ph.D. Program Coordinators at Tippie
    • (319) 335-0858 – Business Analytics Program
    • (319) 335-0929 – Finance Program
  • Curriculum Vitae Creation

“I'm interested but don’t know where to start.”

Start of by doing the following:

  • Identify institutions and programs with faculty researching your area of interest
  • Read about financial aid and consider scholarships and fellowships available
  • Contact your faculty and discuss with them your interest in a PhD
  • Interview a current PhD student
  • Email the Director of the PhD program you are interested in
  • Attend a research seminar or discussion
  • Create a CV and have it reviewed
  • Schedule your GRE/GMAC Exam

“What materials do I need?”

Typical PhD application materials include:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation (3)
  • Transcripts from ALL previous institutions (2-yr/4-yr. institutions)
  • Sample Work/Material
  • GRE/GMAT Scores

Timeline (18-month program)

First Semester (Fall – Year 1)

  • Assess if a PhD is right for you
  • Research different institutions, programs, and financial aid
  • Interview a current PhD student/faculty in your program

 

Second Semester (Spring – Year 1)

  • Create CV draft and review
  • Apply for research opportunities Summer
  • Reach out to recommenders, discuss need, and ask for letters\
  • Take your GRE/GMAT Exam
  • Conduct research with a UI project/faculty member

 

Summer (Between Year 1 and 2)

  • Conduct research with UI staff or academic program

 

Third Semester (Fall – Year 2)

  • Submit application materials

 

Post-Graduation (Spring – Year 2)

  • Prepare for interviews
  • Receive admissions decision