How do I apply to the LIS PhD Program?
All applications are available online at GradCAS.

What are the requirements for admission to the PhD Program?
For information regarding admission to the PhD program, visit SCI’s Doctoral Admissions page.

How do I choose my advisor for the PhD Program?
An advisor will be assigned to the student upon entering the program, but students are free to select a different advisor for subsequent advising and registration as their interests become more focused. The PhD student should seek a faculty program advisor who is knowledgeable in the student’s major area of study. The advisor must be a member of the graduate faculty.

Will I get to participate in research projects?
Both Master’s students and PhD candidates can—and do—participate in research projects. The faculty has numerous projects underway, including several that have received federal funding.