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Ph.D. in Polymer Science

HOW TO APPLY

You may apply online by clicking , or on the button below. If you have corrections to your information (particularly your e-mail address) after you have submitted your application, please contact the Graduate School at gradsch@uakron.edu. Note: All communication regarding the status of your application will be sent via e-mail. Thus, it is important that we have your most up-to-date email address.

Please note that all application materials, scores, and reference letters must be submitted to the office of graduate admissions at gradsch@uakron.edu.

Graduate applications to the School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering are reviewed on a rolling basis until February 15th. It is highly encouraged that non-U.S. citizens complete their applications by December 15th in order to meet visa approval timelines. The Polymer Science program admits for Fall semester only.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for admission into the Polymer Science program are as follows:

• Official transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• Statement of Purpose
• CV/Resume
• TOEFL score (for international applicants)

1. A cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of:
   • 3.00 or higher overall on a 4.00 scale; or,
   • 3.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale for work completed in the last two years; or,
   • 75 or higher overall on a 100 point scale.
   • Students accepted for admission into M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Polymer Science on average have GPA's well above 3.50 on a 4.00 scale.
   • Students coming from foreign universities not offering letter grades must receive a "First Class" grade or equivalent.


2. Official transcripts should be sent to:
   Â鶹ÊÓƵAPK Graduate School, Leigh Hall, Room 515, Akron, OH, 44325.


3. NOTE: GRE scores are currently waived until further notice.


4. Three letters of recommendation are required. Letters should reflect the applicants potential to excel in course work and carry out scientific research. Letter writers will be prompted through the . Alternatively letters may be sent directly by mail to:
   
   Office of Graduate Admissions
   Leigh Hall, Room 515
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   Akron, OH 44325-2101
   Phone: 330-972-7663
   Fax: 330-972-6475
   Email: gradsch@uakron.edu


5. Statement of Purpose: Describe your motivation to pursue graduate studies. Share your accomplishments and things you have learned. This will be uploaded during the electronic application process.


6. A resume or CV shall be uploaded during your electronic .


7. TOEFL: PhD applicants whose native language is not English are required to achieve a 23 on the TOEFL speaking portion (and a 79 composite) or IELTS English (6.5 overall, 7 or higher on speaking) proficiency exams in order to be eligible for financial stipend via teaching assistantship. Akron’s ETS code is 1829.


8. PhD candidates are expected to serve as teaching assistants (TA) for financial stipend. Masters students are not eligible for TAs and are expected to be self-supported.

CURRICULUM

The Doctor of Philosophy in Polymer Science program is administered by the School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering.