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College of Health and Human Sciences
Department of Construction Management

Ph.D. Opportunities in Construction Management Interdisciplinary and Collaborative Programs

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Ph.D. Opportunities for Construction Management Interdisciplinary and Collaborative Doctoral Programs

Construction Management has two interdisciplinary doctoral program opportunities, offering the right fit for each candidate.  These programs are a collaborative effort between the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, the Department of Construction Management, and the School of Education.  See program pages for application deadline dates.

 

Ph.D. in Civil & Environmental Engineering with a focus on Construction Engineering & Management
Ph.D. in Education, Equity, and Transformation with a focus on Construction Management

Graduate Research and Teaching Assistantships

We may be able to offer either a GRA or GTA depending on availability and your credentials.

  • To be considered for a GRA or GTA, you must first be accepted to the program, meaning you must apply first to the program before we can consider your eligibility.
  • To be considered for GTA positions, you must submit all admission application materials by the posted deadline.
  • To be considered for GTA positions, the Graduate School must receive all of your official transcripts before you can move into the GTA selection process.
  • Priority for new and renewal GTA positions is given to students who are admitted and enrolled in the CM masters program, collaborative doctoral program focusing on construction with the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) with a primary adviser/co-adviser who is a CM faculty member, the collaborative doctoral program focusing on construction with the School of Education (SOE) with a primary adviser/co-adviser who is a CM faculty member, or the Systems Engineering Ph.D. program with a primary adviser who is a CM faculty member.
  • GRA positions open at different times of the year based on when faculty research funding is available. Faculty members are the final decision-makers for GRA positions in their research programs.
  • For other information about financial aid please check the following links.

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Paying for Graduate School

There are a number of funding opportunities available for our graduate students including assistantships, scholarships, and financial aid options. Find the right funding situation for your graduate school experience.

Student Organizations and Involvement

Student organizations within the Department of Construction Management are a great way to get involved. These clubs exist to promote professionalism and provide a common forum for the exchange of information and current developments within the department and the construction industry.

Advising and Support

We offer comprehensive support to both our undergraduate and graduate level students. Please feel free to contact us if you have questions about our programs, or if you have decided to change your major to Construction Management.