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PhD Architectural Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology

Illinois Institute of Technology, United States

Programme overview

The doctoral recipient will be capable of continuing efforts toward advancement of knowledge and achievement in research while pursuing an academic or industrial career. This degree is recommended for those who expect to engage in a professional career in research, teaching, or technical work of an advanced nature focused on the design, construction, and operation of buildings and their systems.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Applied Science, and Health  |  Department: Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

The Doctor of Philosophy in Architectural Engineering program requires a minimum of 72 credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree, including the master’s degree studies. Candidates must pass written qualifying and comprehensive examinations and must defend their thesis in an oral exam.

Career pathways

Our Doctor of Philosophy in Architectural Engineering degree program will prepare you for academic or industrial research careers, such as: Lecturer or professor; Staff scientist; Senior research engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Please consult the university’s course bulletin for specific details on the course and exam requirements associated with the Doctor of Philosophy in Architectural Engineering program.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms: Fall and Spring.

Fall term: regular deadline January 31. Spring term: October 1, extended to October 15. GRE is required for PhD applicants.

Chicago-Kent J.D.: no application fee for 2026 J.D. applicants; first-year entry is Fall, with transfer entry in Fall or Spring.

Apply through the official page: https://www.iit.edu/admissions-aid/apply

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