Programs
The University of Notre Dame offers master's and doctoral degrees in the College of Arts and Letters, College of Engineering, College of Science, and the Keough School of Global Affairs, and doctoral degrees in the Mendoza College of Business. Most doctoral programs admit students primarily to the PhD program, although a master’s degree may be earned on the way to the PhD in some fields.
Advanced degrees in architecture, and law, and master's degrees in business are administered separately by the School of Architecture, Law School and Mendoza College of Business, respectively.
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Master's (Professional)
ACE: Mary Ann Remick Leadership Program: MAEL
Deadline: Feb. 1
Master's (Professional)ACE: Mary Ann Remick Leadership Program: MAEL
Graduate Program in Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE)
- Deadline
- Feb. 1
- Degree
- Master of Educational Leadership
- Residency
- Summer only
The Mary Ann Remick Leadership Program is a 25-month graduate program) delivered over three summers and two academics years) for educators seeking to become transformational Catholic school leaders. Our innovative approach blends on-campus summer classes with applied online coursework during the academic year, optimizing the time and energy of practicing teachers and leaders.
Remick Leaders are enrolled in coursework designed to provide the skills and knowledge necessary to become exceptional Catholic school leaders while addressing the standards for building-level leadership. Upon completion of the program, participants earn a master of arts in educational leadership (MAEL) from the University of Notre Dame and can be eligible for K-12 administrative licensure.
To request more information or begin your application to become a Remick leader, visit the Alliance for Catholic Education website.
Last update: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Supplemental application required; refer to the program website for details
- Contact:
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Rachel Frey
Associate Director
Phone: (574) 631-1131
Email: rfrey2@nd.edu
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Master's (Professional)
ACE: Teaching Fellows: MEd
Deadline: Early decision: Nov. 1; Regular decision: Jan 23
Master's (Professional)ACE: Teaching Fellows: MEd
Graduate Program in Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE)
- Deadline
- Early decision: Nov. 1; Regular decision: Jan 23
- Degree
- Master of Education
- Residency
- Summer only
Entry into the master of education (M.Ed.) program is contingent upon admission to the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) program.
To request more information or begin your application to become an ACE Teaching Fellow, visit the Alliance for Catholic Education website.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Four letters of recommendation (two professors and two personal)
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Additional materials required; refer to program site for details.
- Contact:
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Michael Comuniello
Senior Associate Director for Recruiting, M.Ed. Program
Phone: (574) 631-6561
Email: mcomunie@nd.edu
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Current Students Only
Advanced Quantitative Social Science: Minor
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Current Students OnlyAdvanced Quantitative Social Science: Minor
Graduate Program in Psychology
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Graduate Minor
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The minor in Advanced Quantitative Social Science (AQSS) provides doctoral students at Notre Dame advanced training in the application of psychometrics, social science data modeling, and state-of-the-art statistical and (big) data analysis techniques. The minor capitalizes on the expertise of Notre Dame’s outstanding faculty who specialize in computing, data analytics, methodology, psychometrics, and statistics to provide graduate students with a thorough basis of advanced data analytical techniques and social science data modeling that will improve the quality of research in their substantive areas. AQSS also equips students with the statistical credentials that facilitate favorable placements in academic or industrial positions upon graduation.
AQSS is housed in the Department of Psychology to capitalize on its strong faculty in quantitative psychology, statistics, and social science data analytics. This graduate minor is open to all doctoral students at Notre Dame.
- Application Materials:
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
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G. A. Radvansky
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 574-631-6650
Email: psych@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering: PhD
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 31; Spring: Oct. 15
DoctoralAerospace and Mechanical Engineering: PhD
Graduate Program in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 31; Spring: Oct. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
Through a combination of coursework and research, graduate students in the Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering program explore such areas as flow physics and controls; biomedical science and engineering; mechanics, computation, and design; and energy and thermosciences. Students and faculty have access to state-of-the-art facilities and leading, innovative research techniques. Students, faculty, and alumni publish regularly in leading engineering publications.
Updated: 2/16/2024
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Ryan McClarren
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5975
Email: rmcclarr@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Aerospace Engineering: MSAE
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 31; Spring: Oct. 15
Master's (Traditional)Aerospace Engineering: MSAE
Graduate Program in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 31; Spring: Oct. 15
- Degree
- Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
Through a combination of coursework and research, graduate students in the Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering program explore such areas as flow physics and controls; biomedical science and engineering; mechanics, computation, and design; and energy and thermosciences. Students and faculty have access to state-of-the-art facilities and leading, innovative research techniques. Students, faculty, and alumni publish regularly in leading engineering publications.
Updated: 2/16/2024
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
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Ryan McClarren
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5975
Email: rmcclarr@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Analytics: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 7
DoctoralAnalytics: PhD
Graduate Program in IT, Analytics, and Operations (ITAO)
- Deadline
- Jan. 7
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Department of IT, Analytics, and Operations (ITAO) in the Mendoza College of Business seeks to produce “T-shaped” scholars that receive a foundation comprising select theories and ethics coursework, and depth via analytics methods courses and seminars. We see an opportunity to develop multi-dimensional scholars well-versed in contemporary analytics methods while also being adept at framing problems, thinking critically about the logic and flow between a problem and proposed solution, and capable of extrapolating their work to the bigger picture.
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test or GMAT
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
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Ahmed Abbasi
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5212
Email: aabbasi@nd.edu https://mendoza.nd.edu/research-faculty/academic-departments/phd-analytics/
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Doctoral
Anthropology: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 1
DoctoralAnthropology: PhD
Graduate Program in Anthropology
- Deadline
- Dec. 1
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Ph.D. in anthropology focuses on Integrative Anthropology; by this, we mean integration of anthropological perspectives (beyond what is usually considered the "four-field" approach), integration of theory and application, integration of teaching, research, and ethics, and integration of anthropology with other resources and scholars on campus and elsewhere. Students will learn to use multiple approaches to understanding humanity and its diversity and to address big questions in an inquiry-based fashion. We inculcate respect for divergent intellectual approaches, civil exchange, and an ethical orientation. Through a professionalization and apprenticeship approach, graduates will be prepared to take their place as scholar-teacher-practitioners in or out of the academy in the twenty-first century.
Areas and Fields of Study
- Linguistic anthropology
- Ethnography/cultural anthropology
- Archaeology
- Biological anthropology
- Health and culture
- Business anthropology
- Childhood, families, and learning
- Development, violence, peace, and environment
- Human-environment systems
- Movement of people
- Evolutionary anthropology
- Social complexity, identity, and power
- Ritual, belief, practice, language, and meaning
Last updated: 8/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Additional materials required; refer to program site for details.
- Contact:
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Christopher Ball
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6993
Email: gradanth@nd.edu
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Master's (Professional)
Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics: MS
Deadline: Jan. 15; Late applications are accepted.
Master's (Professional)Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics: MS
Graduate Program in Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics
- Deadline
- Jan. 15; Late applications are accepted.
- Degree
- Master of Science (Professional)
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
A student in the professional ACMS master's program will complete 30 credits of coursework in statistics, applied mathematics or computational science. Our courses are specially designed for solving problems faced by companies today. A student may specialize in Applied Statistics, Applied and Computational Mathematics, or Predictive Analytics. The degree requirements are flexible enough to accommodate broad student interests while ensuring that students graduate with deep knowledge of the subject matter. If for any reason you need to apply after the application deadline, please contact the program director.
Verified: 2/1/2024
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Bei Hu
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5352
Email: b1hu@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 15
DoctoralApplied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics: PhD
Graduate Program in Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Department of Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics (ACMS) supports a collaborative approach to research by preparing and empowering students with deep domain knowledge in mathematics and statistics to apply their expertise in a variety of fields — opening up opportunities for them to transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries and impact critical problems in the natural and social sciences, technology, and beyond.
Updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test recommended but not required
- GRE Subject Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Robert Rosenbaum
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-4407
Email: robert.rosenbaum@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Biochemistry: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralBiochemistry: PhD
Graduate Program in Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is characterized by an unsurpassed commitment to the development of our graduate students into well-rounded scientists who can take on leadership roles in industry, academia, or government. The commitment is made possible through world-class faculty, outstanding facilities, extensive research and teaching opportunities, and relationships with other domestic and international programs. An interdisciplinary approach allows our department to foster nearly limitless student interests.
Updated: 9/28/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not required
- GRE Subject Test not required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
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Gregory Hartland
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-9320
Email: ghartlan@nd.edu -
Vlad Iluc
Director of Graduate Admissions
Phone: (574) 631-4042
Email: viluc@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Bioengineering: PhD
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 31; Spring: Oct. 15
DoctoralBioengineering: PhD
Graduate Program in Bioengineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 31; Spring: Oct. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Bioengineering program is an interdisciplinary program that involves faculty from all five engineering departments, biology, and biochemistry. The program provides an environment for students to receive training in engineering at the interface of the physical and biological sciences. Graduates pursue careers in biomedical research in industry, government, and academia.
Updated: 8/23/2021
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
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Pinar Zorlutuna
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 574-631-5431
Email: bioeng@nd.edu https://engineering.nd.edu/departments-programs/graduate-programs/phd-in-bioengineering/
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Doctoral
Biological Sciences: PhD
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 1
DoctoralBiological Sciences: PhD
Graduate Program in Biological Sciences
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 1
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Department of Biological Sciences is the focal point for research in the life sciences at the University of Notre Dame. The doctoral program in biological sciences encompasses the broad scope of biological inquiry with several areas of study in the biomedical sciences, global health, and ecology, evolution & the environment (EEE). This uncommon level of wide-ranging yet integrative biological inquiry provides an extraordinary environment for learning, innovation and collaboration.
The program provides a wide choice of faculty advisers, many of who lead their disciplines by serving as officers of professional societies, on journal editorial boards, study sections, scientific advisory boards and as consultants for various organizations. This vibrant research community continues to expand its faculty, both within the department and with associated faculty at the Indiana University School of Medicine at South Bend adjacent to the Notre Dame campus, and other departments at Notre Dame.
Updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Rebecca Wingert
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-0907
Email: rwingert@nd.edu
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Grad School Prep
Biology REU: Prep
Deadline: Feb. 1
Grad School PrepBiology REU: Prep
Graduate Program in Biological Sciences (REU)
- Deadline
- Feb. 1
- Degree
- Grad School Prep
- Residency
- Summer only
The REU program gives undergraduate students valuable research experience. The focal point of the proposed projects is Integrative Cell and Molecular Biology. The program consists of 10 weeks of full-time research, weekly seminars, regular group meetings in their research labs, and special workshops on topics like career choices in the sciences, ethics, and scientific communication. Participants also have the opportunity to join a large undergraduate summer research community with hundreds of summer students across the Notre Dame campus and participate in various social and professional events. Lastly, participants will give a formal presentation at the end of the summer at the REU Summer Symposium and write a research paper/proposal at the end of the summer. For detailed application instructions, refer to the Biology REU site.
Application Materials:
- Personal statement stating your career goals, research interests and strengths
- CV or Resume
- Transcript
- Two recommendation letters, with at least one from a college science professor
- Contact:
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Xuemin (Sheryl) Lu, Ph.D.
REU Program Director, Dept. of Biological Sciences
Phone: 574-631-0883
Email: xlu1@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Biophysics: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 1
DoctoralBiophysics: PhD
Graduate Program in Biophysics
- Deadline
- Dec. 1
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Biophysics PhD program offers the opportunity for inter- and multi-disciplinary research in physics, chemistry, biochemistry, and biological, and computational sciences in an exploration of our experimental and theoretical understanding of how biology works at the molecular level. Students will have the opportunity to perform 3 rotations in their first year, before choosing their research advisor(s) and matriculating into a department in their second academic year.
Verified: 8/9/2022
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- GRE Subject Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
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Alan Lindsay
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-3511
Email: alindsa1@nd.edu
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Current Students Only
Byzantine Studies: Minor
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Current Students OnlyByzantine Studies: Minor
Graduate Program in Medieval Institute
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Graduate Minor
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The graduate minors in Byzantine Studies and Byzantine Studies - Advanced provide master’s and doctoral students in the College of Arts and Letters graduate programs the opportunity to develop and certify the skills that enable them to engage critically with the texts, cultures, and artifacts of Central Asia, Asia Minor, and the Eastern Mediterranean ca 500–1500 (i.e. the Byzantine Empire and its zone of cultural influence). Master’s students who complete the minor in Byzantine Studies will be eminently prepared for further doctoral research in the area.
- Application Materials:
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
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Jeff Wickes
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6603
Email: medinst@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Chemical Engineering: PhD
Deadline: Fall: Jan. 1; Spring: Oct. 1
DoctoralChemical Engineering: PhD
Graduate Program in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Jan. 1; Spring: Oct. 1
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
Graduate students in Notre Dame's highly ranked Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering department learn from more than 17 faculty members, all of whom are nationally and internationally recognized scholars. Faculty research interests are diverse and include the broad areas of bioengineering, energy and sustainability, theory and simulation, micro- and nanofluidics, and materials and nanotechnology.
Updated: 8/26/20
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
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Matthew Webber
Director of Graduate Admissions
Phone: (574) 631-4246
Email: mwebber@nd.edu -
William Phillip
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-2708
Email: wphillip@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Chemistry: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralChemistry: PhD
Graduate Program in Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is characterized by an unsurpassed commitment to the development of our graduate students into well-rounded scientists who can take on leadership roles in industry, academia, or government. The commitment is made possible through world-class faculty, outstanding facilities, extensive research and teaching opportunities, and relationships with other domestic and international programs. An interdisciplinary approach allows our department to foster nearly limitless student interests.
Updated: 9/28
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- GRE Subject Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
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Gregory Hartland
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-9320
Email: ghartlan@nd.edu -
Vlad Iluc
Director of Graduate Admissions
Phone: (574) 631-4042
Email: viluc@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences: PhD
Deadline: Fall: Feb. 1; Spring: Nov. 1
DoctoralCivil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences: PhD
Graduate Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences
- Deadline
- Fall: Feb. 1; Spring: Nov. 1
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences has a vibrant research program encompassing four broad areas: environmental engineering, environmental fluid dynamics, environmental geosciences, and structural engineering. We have state-of-the-art laboratories and computing facilities, which we use to address many of the grand challenges facing society in the 21st century. Our multidisciplinary character in research and education provides an unparalleled learning environment.
Updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Amy Hixon
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5381
Email: ceeesdgs@nd.edu
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Master's (Professional)
Civil and Environmental Engineering: MEng
Deadline: Fall: Mar. 18; Spring: Nov. 19
Master's (Professional)Civil and Environmental Engineering: MEng
Graduate Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences
- Deadline
- Fall: Mar. 18; Spring: Nov. 19
- Degree
- Master of Engineering
- Residency
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences offers a professional-focus graduate program: The professional master of engineering (M.Eng.). This master of engineering offers two optional concentration areas: structural engineering and environmental engineering, both with excellent career advancement outcomes. Taught by world-class faculty with global project experience, the M.Eng. degree is uniquely tailored for advanced career entry to professional engineering practice after completing your nine-month study program.
Entry to the M.Eng. program requires an undergraduate degree in any field of engineering or physical sciences.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Essay (approx. 1,000 words) on your personal motivation to pursue a professional engineering career
- Contact:
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Kevin Walsh
Program Director, Master of Engineering
Phone: (574) 631-5381
Email: masteng@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Civil Engineering: MSCE
Deadline: Fall: Feb. 1; Spring: Nov. 1
Master's (Traditional)Civil Engineering: MSCE
Graduate Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences
- Deadline
- Fall: Feb. 1; Spring: Nov. 1
- Degree
- Master of Science in Civil Engineering
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences has a vibrant research program encompassing four broad areas: environmental engineering, environmental fluid dynamics, environmental geosciences, and structural engineering. We have state-of-the-art laboratories and computing facilities, which we use to address many of the grand challenges facing society in the 21st century. Our multidisciplinary character in research and education provides an unparalleled learning environment.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Amy Hixon
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5381
Email: ceeesdgs@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Classics: MA
Deadline: Jan. 15
Master's (Traditional)Classics: MA
Graduate Program in Classics
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Master of Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The M.A. in Classics program is a rich program offering specialties in Greek and Roman literature, culture, history, linguistics, and archeology, ranging from Archaic Greek through Late Antiquity. In conversation with programs in Early Christian Studies, the Medieval Institute, Literature, and Philosophy, the program aims to prepare students for further doctoral work in this range of studies.
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- A list of all texts read in the original Latin or Greek
- Contact:
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David Hernandez
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-7195
Email: classics@nd.edu
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Current Students Only
Computational Science and Engineering: Minor
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Current Students OnlyComputational Science and Engineering: Minor
Graduate Program in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Graduate Minor
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
High Performance Computations have been identified as a major competitive advantage for institutions and corporations and individuals possessing the necessary skills can expect exciting and rewarding career opportunities. The Graduate Minor in Computational Science and Engineering is designed to allow doctoral students finishing graduate work that involves high performance computing to add a credential to their degree, acknowledging their expertise in the area.
- Application Materials:
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
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Carly Reynolds
Academic Program Administrator: Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5431
Email: cgriffi2@nd.edu
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Master's (Professional)
Computer Science and Engineering: MSCSE
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 15; Spring: Oct. 15
Master's (Professional)Computer Science and Engineering: MSCSE
Graduate Program in Computer Science and Engineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 15; Spring: Oct. 15
- Degree
- Master of Science in Computer Science and Engineering
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The master of science program in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering offers courses of the highest technical quality. These courses include AI, machine learning, algorithms and theory, assistive technology, computer architecture and nanotechnology; computer vision, medical imaging and biometrics; digital humanities, human computer interaction, natural language processing, network and data science; scientific, cloud and high performance computing; security, privacy and cryptography; software engineering, visualization and visual analytics; wireless, mobile and embedded systems. The M.S. degree is focused on adding depth and breadth of knowledge enabling a career in the tech-startup sector, industry, or government. Students in the M.S. program pay tuition, take courses full-time on campus, and complete a project or thesis. For a well-prepared student, the MS degree can be completed in 11 months (two semesters plus the summer session) and is open to students with a B.S. degree. The professional and traditional M.S. degrees are equivalent. Students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. degree should apply directly into the Ph.D. program.
Updated: 10/5/2022
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Joyce Yeats
Administrative Assistant for Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-8802
Email: cse-grad-info@nd.edu
-
Doctoral
Computer Science and Engineering: PhD
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 15; Spring: Oct. 15
DoctoralComputer Science and Engineering: PhD
Graduate Program in Computer Science and Engineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 15; Spring: Oct. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The doctoral program in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering emphasizes research of the highest technical quality that also serves to improve the quality of life. Our research areas include AI and machine learning, algorithms and theory, assistive technology, computer architecture and nanotechnology; computer vision, medical imaging and biometrics, digital humanities, human computer interaction, natural language processing; network and data science, scientific and high performance computing; security, privacy and cryptography; software engineering, visualization and visual analytics, wireless, mobile, and embedded systems. The Ph.D. program is focused on research and leads to a research career in the academy, industry, or government. Students in the Ph.D. program are generally supported as research or teaching assistants, take classes part-time, and focus on research under the supervision of a faculty adviser. The Ph.D. degree can be completed in three to five years, and is open to students with either a B.S. or M.S. degree.
Updated: 8/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Joyce Yeats
Administrative Assistant for Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-8802
Email: cse-grad-info@nd.edu
-
Master's (Professional)
Data Science: MS
Deadline: Fall: Feb. 18; Summer: June 9
Master's (Professional)Data Science: MS
Graduate Program in Applied and Computational Statistics and Mathematics / Data Science
- Deadline
- Fall: Feb. 18; Summer: June 9
- Degree
- Master of Science (Professional)
- Residency
- Online
Notre Dame's master of science program in data science is offered by the Department of Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics (ACMS), with the participation of faculty from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, the Mendoza College of Business, and industry experts. The program delivers academic excellence in a convenient online format optimized for learning complex quantitative material. It features small, live classes taught by Notre Dame faculty, in-person exclusive immersion weekends, and the personal attention to student success for which Notre Dame is known.
Application Deadlines:
- February 18, 2024
- June 9, 2024
Updated 01/02/2024
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Resume
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Two letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Additional materials strongly recommended; refer to the program site for details
- Contact:
-
Cortney Mayfield
Admissions Specialist
Phone: (574) 631-7992
Email: datascience@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
Design: MFA
Deadline: Feb. 1
Master's (Traditional)Design: MFA
Graduate Program in Art, Art History, and Design
- Deadline
- Feb. 1
- Degree
- Master of Fine Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The graduate program in Art, Art History, and Design is a multidimensional program in which students engage in studio art, design, or art history — with concentrations available within each discipline. Students in the program develop visual literacy and the skills to conceptualize, fabricate, and evaluate works of art through coursework and a system of independent studies tailored to individual interests. The program aims to prepare students for professional practice as artists, designers, art history scholars, and arts educators.
Updated: 8/31
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Portfolio - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Jason Lahr
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-7602
Email: jlahr@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
Early Christian Studies: MA
Deadline: Feb. 1
Master's (Traditional)Early Christian Studies: MA
Graduate Program in Classics
- Deadline
- Feb. 1
- Degree
- Master of Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The Early Christian Studies M.A. is an interdisciplinary program offering training in philology, theology, history, liturgy, art history, and philosophy. Through coursework and close independent work with faculty, the program prepares students for eventual doctoral studies by developing student abilities in at least two ancient Christian languages and literatures, as well as imparting a broad knowledge of the intellectual, historical, and social contexts of early Christianity.
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
-
Hildegund Müller
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-7195
Email: classics@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
Earth Sciences: MSErSc
Deadline: Fall: Feb. 1; Spring: Nov. 1
Master's (Traditional)Earth Sciences: MSErSc
Graduate Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences
- Deadline
- Fall: Feb. 1; Spring: Nov. 1
- Degree
- Master of Science in Earth Sciences
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences has a vibrant research program encompassing four broad areas: environmental engineering, environmental fluid dynamics, environmental geosciences, and structural engineering. We have state-of-the-art laboratories and computing facilities, which we use to address many of the grand challenges facing society in the 21st century. Our multidisciplinary character in research and education provides an unparalleled learning environment.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Amy Hixon
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5381
Email: ceeesdgs@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
Echo/Theology: MA
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 1; Spring: Jan. 20
Master's (Traditional)Echo/Theology: MA
Graduate Program in Theology (McGrath Institute for Church Life)
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 1; Spring: Jan. 20
- Degree
- Master of Arts
- Residency
- Summer only
Echo is a two-year graduate service program that offers participants the opportunity to earn an M.A. in theology from the University of Notre Dame’s Department of Theology, to serve the Church as a parish catechetical leader or as a theology teacher in a Catholic school, and to live in an intentional faith community while engaging in integrative formation.
Last updated: 09/15/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Four letters of recommendation (two professors and two personal)
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Additional materials required; refer to program site for details.
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
-
Scott Boyle
Director, Recruitment and Outreach
Phone: 574-631-0459
Email: sboyle2@nd.edu
-
Doctoral
Economics: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 15
DoctoralEconomics: PhD
Graduate Program in Economics
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Department of Economics is a neoclassical economics department committed to rigorous theoretical and quantitative analysis in teaching and research. Members of the department have specialties in the areas of micro and macro theory, econometrics, labor, monetary, international, and environmental economics. Guided by the University's long-standing commitment to Catholic social tradition, the graduate program in economics emphasizes policy-relevant research that contributes to important debates on economic, social, and political problems facing humanity.
Last verified: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Ethan Lieber
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 574-631-4971
Email: elieber@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
Electrical Engineering: MSEE
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 15; Spring: Nov. 1
Master's (Traditional)Electrical Engineering: MSEE
Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 15; Spring: Nov. 1
- Degree
- Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The goal of the master's program in the Department of Electrical Engineering is to educate the next generation of innovative engineers, through coursework, research, and a culminating student thesis. Graduates go on to careers in academia and industry, and faculty, students, and alumni regularly publish in leading engineering publications. Research in the department is broadly divided into two areas: electronic circuits and systems and electronic materials and devices, with further concentrations available in each.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test recommended but not required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Michael Lemmon
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-8309
Email: lemmon@nd.edu
-
Doctoral
Electrical Engineering: PhD
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 15; Spring: Nov. 1
DoctoralElectrical Engineering: PhD
Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 15; Spring: Nov. 1
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The goal of the doctoral program in the Department of Electrical Engineering is to educate the next generation of innovative engineers, through coursework, research, and a culminating student dissertation. Graduates go on to careers in academia and industry, and faculty, students, and alumni regularly publish in leading engineering publications. Research in the department is broadly divided into two areas: electronic circuits and systems and electronic materials and devices, with further concentrations available in each.
Updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test recommended but not required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Michael Lemmon
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-8309
Email: lemmon@nd.edu
-
Master's (Professional)
Engineering, Science and Technology Entrepreneurship (ESTEEM): MS
Deadline: Refer to program website
Master's (Professional)Engineering, Science and Technology Entrepreneurship (ESTEEM): MS
Graduate Program in Engineering, Science and Technology Entrepreneurship (ESTEEM)
- Deadline
- Refer to program website
- Degree
- Master of Science (Professional)
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The University of Notre Dame ESTEEM graduate program offers an opportunity for students who have a technical background (i.e., STEM) or are tech savvy to obtain a master of science in the field of innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship in just one year. The objective of the program is to provide students with the business skills necessary to translate inventions into commercial ventures, all while strengthening students' science and/or engineering skills.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE (or GMAT) optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Additional materials required; refer to program site for details.
- Contact:
-
Iseli Hernandez
Admissions Recruiter
Phone: (574) 631-0169
Email: ihernandez@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
English (Creative Writing): MFA
Deadline: Jan. 15
Master's (Traditional)English (Creative Writing): MFA
Graduate Program in English
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Master of Fine Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The English MFA (Creative Writing) program offers a practice-based, two-year arts curriculum. Students specialize in poetry or prose, and take courses in their selected genre as well as literature courses, practicums, and electives. The program fosters student literary development and production, while also preparing students professionally for careers in writing, education, and publishing through a range of editorial and teaching opportunities.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Roy Scranton
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6165
Email: rscranto@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
English: MA
Deadline: Dec. 14
Master's (Traditional)English: MA
Graduate Program in English
- Deadline
- Dec. 14
- Degree
- Master of Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
Note: This department primarily admits to the PhD program.
The graduate program in English is a highly selective program in which students specialize in historical areas but also pursue interdisciplinary perspectives, with particular interest in critical theory, literature and science, literature and politics, postcolonial and ethnic studies, and gender studies. A nearly 1:1 faculty to graduate student ratio ensures that students receive considerable individual attention as they progress in their course of studies.
Last updated: 09/19/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- GRE Subject Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Contact:
-
Susan Harris
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-2569
Email: english@nd.edu
-
Doctoral
English: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 14
DoctoralEnglish: PhD
Graduate Program in English
- Deadline
- Dec. 14
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The graduate program in English is a highly selective program in which students specialize in historical areas but also pursue interdisciplinary perspectives, with particular interest in critical theory, literature and science, literature and politics, postcolonial and ethnic studies, and gender studies. A nearly 1:1 faculty to graduate student ratio ensures that students receive considerable individual attention as they progress in their course of studies.
Updated: 09/19/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- GRE Subject Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Susan Harris
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-2569
Email: english@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
Environmental Engineering: MSEnvE
Deadline: Fall: Feb. 1; Spring: Nov. 1
Master's (Traditional)Environmental Engineering: MSEnvE
Graduate Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences
- Deadline
- Fall: Feb. 1; Spring: Nov. 1
- Degree
- Master of Science in Environmental Engineering
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences has a vibrant research program encompassing four broad areas: environmental engineering, environmental fluid dynamics, environmental geosciences, and structural engineering. We have state-of-the-art laboratories and computing facilities, which we use to address many of the grand challenges facing society in the 21st century. Our multidisciplinary character in research and education provides an unparalleled learning environment.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Amy Hixon
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5381
Email: ceeesdgs@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
French: MA
Deadline: Jan. 15
Master's (Traditional)French: MA
Graduate Program in Romance Languages and Literatures
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Master of Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The primary aim of the master's degree program in French is to provide students with a comprehensive background in the literary and cultural achievements of French-speaking countries from an interdisciplinary approach. The course of study is especially well-suited to those desiring contact with scholars in the field, whether for guidance or focused study. The department encourages further study for their graduates in doctoral programs at Notre Dame and elsewhere.
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- A recent paper in the language of the proposed field of study, as well as one in English if that is not your native language
- A compact disc or MP3 file demonstrating competency in the propose language of study if you are a native English speaker, or in English if you are a native speaker of French, Spanish, Portuguese, or Italian
- Contact:
-
Ted Cachey
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6887
Email: romlang@nd.edu
-
Current Students Only
Gender Studies: Minor
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Current Students OnlyGender Studies: Minor
Graduate Program in Gender Studies Program
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Graduate Minor
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
Graduate students pursuing a terminal master's or doctoral degree at the University of Notre Dame, have the opportunity to complete a minor concentration in the Gender Studies Program. A graduate minor student in gender will have opportunities to interact with other students and faculty from numerous disciplines, contributing to the ability to expand and deepen their degree. Combining Gender Studies with a primary discipline can enhance candidacy for a wider range of academic and non-academic positions.
- Application Materials:
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
-
Barbara Green
Director of Graduate Minor
Phone: (574) 631-0495
Email: gender@nd.edu
-
Master's (Professional)
Global Affairs: MGA
Deadline: Dec. 15
Master's (Professional)Global Affairs: MGA
Graduate Program in Global Affairs
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Master of Global Affairs
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Keough School of Global Affairs offers a two-year professional master of global affairs (MGA) degree to prepare students to become highly skilled, effective, and ethical leaders in governments nongovernmental organizations and the private sector. Students choose a program of study in which they acquire deep knowledge and strengthen analytical and practical skills in governance and policy, international peace studies, or sustainable development. All students engage in a practicum, in which they develop sustained partnerships with leading global organizations, practitioners, and policymakers, and spend several months working in the field to develop integrated solutions for global challenges.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
William Goldberg
Program Director, Master of Global Affairs program
Phone: 574-631-9073
Email: keough-admissions@nd.edu
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Master's (Professional)
Global Health: MS
Deadline: Early action: Dec. 1; Regular action: Mar. 30
Master's (Professional)Global Health: MS
Graduate Program in Eck Institute Global Health
- Deadline
- Early action: Dec. 1; Regular action: Mar. 30
- Degree
- Master of Science (Professional)
- Residency
- 2 years
The two-year master of science in global health (MSGH) program is designed to bridge the classroom and real-world experiences. Our program provides rigorous and engaging multidisciplinary training focused on global health research, problem-solving, and solution development.
Jointly offered by the Eck Institute for Global Health, College of Science, and the Keough School of Global Affairs, the MSGH program leverages diverse resources and strengthens students’ capacities to effectively address the complex nexus of global health, development, and poverty.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Elizabeth Wood
Director, Master of Science in Global Health Program
Phone: (574) 631-9299
Email: ghms@nd.edu
-
Doctoral
History and Philosophy of Science: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 4
DoctoralHistory and Philosophy of Science: PhD
Graduate Program in Reilly Center for Science, Technology, and Values
- Deadline
- Jan. 4
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The doctoral program in history and philosophy of science is a unique program offering students instruction leading to a discipline-based Ph.D. that prepares them for positions in history, philosophy, and theology or religion departments, and in specialized programs in the history and philosophy of science. Faculty members are drawn from several University departments, including English, History, Philosophy, and Theology.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Evan Ragland
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 574-631-5015
Email: eragland@nd.edu -
Nic Teh
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 574-631-5015
Email: nteh@nd.edu
-
Current Students Only
History and Philosophy of Science, Technology, and Medicine: Minor
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Current Students OnlyHistory and Philosophy of Science, Technology, and Medicine: Minor
Graduate Program in Reilly Center for Science, Technology, and Values
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Graduate Minor
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The History and Philosophy of Science (HPS) Graduate Minor program offers students the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the philosophical, conceptual, social, ethical, and political dimensions of science, technology and medicine. The program allows students to explore science in other historical and cultural contexts, examining how the character of scientific knowledge and the organization of scientific investigation have changed over time. Students also explore the origins, structure, and possible limitations of the concepts, theories, and practices fundamental to their scientific research fields.
- Application Materials:
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
-
Nic Teh
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 574-631-5015
Email: nteh@nd.edu
-
Doctoral
History: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 5
DoctoralHistory: PhD
Graduate Program in History
- Deadline
- Jan. 5
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The doctoral program in history is a multidimensional program with exceptional strengths in European, Latin American, medieval, and United States history. One of the nation's leading recipients of major research fellowships, the department's faculty numbers over 40 and supports graduate work within and between these fields. Affiliated programs are in peace studies and the history and philosophy of science. The program emphasizes training in research, writing, and teaching and, given its emphasis on training academic historians, addresses the ethics, values, obligations, traditions, philosophies, and skills critical to the academic profession.
Last updated: 8/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Alexander M. Martin
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 574-631-0364
Email: a.m.martin@nd.edu
-
Doctoral
Integrated Biomedical Sciences: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 1
DoctoralIntegrated Biomedical Sciences: PhD
Graduate Program in Integrated Biomedical Sciences
- Deadline
- Dec. 1
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Integrated Biomedical Sciences program offers cross-departmental research and training in biomedical sciences. Students may elect to study in one of eight different clusters, including Biophysics & Structural Biology, Genomics & Proteomics, Cancer Biology, Immunology & Infectious Diseases, Chemical Biology & Molecular Pharmacology, Computational Biology & Bioinformatics, Cellular & Molecular Biology, and Neuroscience. Each cluster involves faculty from multiple departments. First year students perform three research rotations over the course of the academic year, and matriculate into a department upon choosing their research advisor.
Updated: 8/9/2022
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Summary of research experience
- Contact:
-
Jeff Schorey
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-3734
Email: ibms@nd.edu
-
Master's (Traditional)
Interdisciplinary Mathematics: MSIM
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Master's (Traditional)Interdisciplinary Mathematics: MSIM
Graduate Program in Mathematics
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Mathematics
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
Master's degrees are available for Mathematics PhD candidates who have taken 30 credit hours and passed their candidacy examinations. We offer a Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Mathematics (MISM) to students enrolled in other PhD programs at Notre Dame. For further details, contact the director of graduate studies in Mathematics.
- Application Materials:
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
-
Samuel Evens
Director of Graduate Admissions
Phone: (574) 631-7083
Email: mathdgs@nd.edu
-
Current Students Only
Irish Studies: Minor
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Current Students OnlyIrish Studies: Minor
Graduate Program in Keough-Naughton Institute for Irish Studies
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Graduate Minor
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The Keough-Naughton Institute for Irish Studies is a teaching-and-research institute within Notre Dame's Keough School of Global Affairs dedicated to the study and understanding of Irish culture in Ireland and around the world in all of its manifestations. Since its inception in the 1993-1994 academic year with the Donald and Marilyn Keough Program in Irish Studies, the Institute has assembled superior faculty and library collections. Even before, with the arrival on campus of Seamus Deane as the Donald and Marilyn Keough Chair of Irish Studies in 1992, the effort began to bring outstanding educators, political leaders, writers, musicians, and other visitors to campus so to "bring Ireland to Notre Dame." We foster exchanges between Notre Dame and Ireland to make direct experiences available to our students and to "bring Notre Dame to Ireland." With such initiatives as the landmark, award-winning documentary 1916 The Irish Rebellion and the annual IRISH seminar, the Institute is also focused on "bringing Ireland to the world."
- Application Materials:
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
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Christopher Fox
Director of Graduate Minor
Phone: (574) 631-3555
Email: irishstu@nd.edu https://irishstudies.nd.edu/academics/graduate-program/ph-d-minor-in-graduate-studies/
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Doctoral
Italian: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 15
DoctoralItalian: PhD
Graduate Program in Romance Languages and Literatures
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The PhD in Italian is a highly selective program that teaches and trains students working in the field of Italian Studies. The program offers a flexible curriculum tailored to each student's interests and background that leads to a new dissertation-oriented program of study designed to achieve both a high degree of specialization and a broad understanding of Italian literature and culture. The program offers the opportunity to participate in research exchanges with major universities, including Cambridge, Verona, and Roma III, and to spend time doing research based at the University of Notre Dame Rome Global Gateway.
Updated 9/2022
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Contact:
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Ted Cachey
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6887
Email: romlang@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Italian Studies: MA
Deadline: Jan. 15
Master's (Traditional)Italian Studies: MA
Graduate Program in Romance Languages and Literatures
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Master of Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The primary aim of the master's degree program in Italian Studies is to provide students with a comprehensive background in the literary and cultural achievements of Italy from an interdisciplinary approach. The course of study is especially well-suited to those who are considering further study in doctoral programs in Italian at Notre Dame and elsewhere. The course is taught by world-leading faculty in a friendly and supportive environment hosting a large cohort of Italian graduate students.
Updated: 9/2022
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- A recent paper in the language of the proposed field of study, as well as one in English if that is not your native language
- A compact disc or MP3 file demonstrating competency in the propose language of study if you are a native English speaker, or in English if you are a native speaker of French, Spanish, Portuguese, or Italian
- Contact:
-
Ted Cachey
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6887
Email: romlang@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Management: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralManagement: PhD
Graduate Program in Management and Organization
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
Earning a Ph.D. in management would allow you to become a professor in the management department of a top business school. There you could pursue a research agenda that you’re passionate about and that can improve employee thriving and organizational effectiveness. You could then pass your knowledge on to the next generation of business leaders in the classroom. As a career direction, the life of a professor in a top business school is very purposeful and surprisingly lucrative — with unparalleled job security. Earning this degree through Mendoza’s Management & Organization Department is ideal because our faculty is extremely productive with significant editorial and placement experience, our culture encourages students to study what they’re passionate about, and Notre Dame offers a nationwide reputation that facilitates placements at elite private and flagship public universities.
Last updated: 02/6/2024
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test or GMAT
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Jason Colquitt
Director of Graduate Studies
Email: jason.colquitt@nd.edu https://mendoza.nd.edu/research-faculty/academic-departments/phd-management-organization/
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Doctoral
Materials Science and Engineering: PhD
Deadline: Refer to host program deadlines
DoctoralMaterials Science and Engineering: PhD
Graduate Program in Materials Science and Engineering
- Deadline
- Refer to host program deadlines
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 4 semesters
The Materials Science and Engineering doctoral program enhances student understanding through an interdisciplinary approach and leverages materials expertise to open new doors for graduates to industry, government, and academic careers. Students are required to complete the host department/program requirements as well as the Materials Science and Engineering requirements.
For more information about the interdisciplinary program, or to begin an application, please consult one of the following host departments or programs:
- Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
- Biochemistry
- Bioengineering
- Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences
- Electrical Engineering
- Physics
- Application Materials:
- Refer to host program requirements
- Contact:
-
Host programs (refer to links above)
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Doctoral
Mathematics: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 8
DoctoralMathematics: PhD
Graduate Program in Mathematics
- Deadline
- Jan. 8
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Department of Mathematics is ranked in the top quartile among all Ph.D. granting mathematics departments in the U.S. The goal of our doctoral program is to guide our students in producing dissertations that contain original research worthy of publication in respected peer-reviewed mathematical journals. We also help our students to effectively present their research both in oral presentations and in written articles. Among our faculty, we have internationally recognized experts in the areas of algebra/algebraic geometry, complex analysis, differential geometry, discrete mathematics, logic, mathematical physics, partial differential equations, and topology.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- GRE Subject Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Additional materials strongly recommended; refer to the program site for details
- Contact:
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Samuel Evens
Director of Graduate Admissions
Phone: (574) 631-7083
Email: mathdgs@nd.edu
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Dual
MD/PhD Dual Degree: MD/PhD
Deadline: Refer to PhD program deadline
DualMD/PhD Dual Degree: MD/PhD
Graduate Program in Indiana University School of Medicine
- Deadline
- Refer to PhD program deadline
- Degree
- Doctor of Medicine/Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
Admission to the program requires separate applications to the Notre Dame Graduate School and the IUSM-SB. The Graduate School will accept MCAT scores in place of the GRE scores required of all applicants. The parallel applications are coordinated and tracked by the South Bend Center for Medical Education, which serves as the central office for the combined degree program. Representatives from Notre Dame and the I.U. School of Medicine monitor and oversee the program. To earn the joint degree, students will complete the first two years of medical school at IUSM-SB, and continue at Notre Dame for three more years to pursue the University's doctoral degree through the Graduate School. The last two years of medical school then will be completed at the Indiana University School of Medicine's main campus in Indianapolis.
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test or MCAT
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
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Stacey Patrick
Director, Medical Education
Phone: (574) 631-1870
Email: sapats@iu.edu https://medicine.iu.edu/campuses/south-bend/md-program/dual-degrees/
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Master's (Traditional)
Mechanical Engineering (MS): MSME
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 31; Spring: Oct. 15
Master's (Traditional)Mechanical Engineering (MS): MSME
Graduate Program in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 31; Spring: Oct. 15
- Degree
- Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
Through a combination of coursework and research, graduate students in the Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering program explore such areas as flow physics and controls; plasma and high temperature physics, laser and optical engineering, manufacturing engineering, nuclear engineering, systems engineering. Students and faculty have access to state-of-the-art facilities and leading, innovative research techniques. Students, faculty, and alumni publish regularly in leading engineering publications.
Updated: 2/16/2024
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Contact:
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Ryan McClarren
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-5975
Email: rmcclarr@nd.edu
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Current Students Only
Medieval Studies: Minor
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Current Students OnlyMedieval Studies: Minor
Graduate Program in Medieval Institute
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Graduate Minor
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The graduate minors in Medieval Studies and Medieval Studies - Advanced provide master’s and doctoral students in the College of Arts and Letters graduate programs the opportunity to develop and certify the skills that enable them to engage critically with the texts, cultures, and artifacts of Western Europe and the Mediterranean ca 500–1500. Master’s students who complete the minor in Medieval Studies will be eminently prepared for further doctoral research in medieval fields.
- Application Materials:
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
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Jeff Wickes
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6603
Email: medinst@nd.edu
-
Doctoral
Medieval Studies: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 4
DoctoralMedieval Studies: PhD
Graduate Program in Medieval Institute
- Deadline
- Jan. 4
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Medieval Institute at the University of Notre Dame is one of the leading centers in the United States for the advanced study of medieval culture. The graduate program provides students with superb technical training, but it also equips them with a holistic vision of the Middle Ages, grounded in a mastery of sources and languages and extending to the whole of its life and culture. The Medieval Institute welcomes applications from students of high academic ability who wish to pursue a career teaching and researching the Middle Ages. Generous fellowship support and light service demands allow students to devote themselves fully to their course of study.
Students in the Medieval Institute pursue the Ph.D. in Medieval Studies, a rigorous, interdisciplinary degree with a focus on one of the classic disciplines: history, Latin or vernacular literature (English, Italian, German, Spanish, French), theology, philosophy, music, or art history. They receive training from leading experts in their field while researching and writing in one of the best libraries in the world for medieval studies. Graduates of the Medieval Institute are extremely competitive on the job market, and currently hold positions in the United States as well as internationally.
Updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Jeff Wickes
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6603
Email: medinst@nd.edu
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Grad School Prep
ND-PREP: Prep
Deadline: April 1
Grad School PrepND-PREP: Prep
Graduate Program in Graduate School
- Deadline
- April 1
- Degree
- Grad School Prep
- Residency
- 1 year appointment
ND-PREP is a federally-funded program to prepare recent college graduates from disadvantaged or historically underrepresented groups who desire to pursue a Ph.D. degree in biomedical science and need more research experience to be accepted into competitive PhD programs.
Fellows will participate in a three-part formal training program that emphasizes direct research experience, including:
- An intensive hands-on position working as a research associate in a biomedical lab;
- Skills-development workshops and enrichment activities that will also serve to build a strong cohort;
- Participation in a unique community engagement activity focused on lead abatement in the local communities.
The 2024 program will run from June 3, 2024 – June 2, 2025.
For details regarding eligibility criteria and the terms of this paid appointment, refer to the ND-PREP page of the Graduate School website.
- Application Materials:
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Jamila Lee-Johnson
Associate Dean for Inclusive Excellence
Phone: 574-631-2096
Email: jleejohn@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Peace Studies and Anthropology: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralPeace Studies and Anthropology: PhD
Graduate Program in Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 3 years
The Ph.D. program in peace studies prepares students in research methodologies associated with the disciplines of anthropology, history, political science, psychology, sociology and theology. Graduates are credentialed in one of the six disciplines and fully acquainted with the research questions and findings of interdisciplinary peace research. The program has a strong placement record, and graduates hold important academic, governmental, and non-profit positions around the world.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Kathryn Vidrine
Assistant Director for Doctoral Studies
Email: krocphd@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Peace Studies and History: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralPeace Studies and History: PhD
Graduate Program in Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 3 years
The Ph.D. program in peace studies prepares students in research methodologies associated with the disciplines of anthropology, history, political science, psychology, sociology and theology. Graduates are credentialed in one of the six disciplines and fully acquainted with the research questions and findings of interdisciplinary peace research. The program has a strong placement record, and graduates hold important academic, governmental, and non-profit positions around the world.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Kathryn Vidrine
Assistant Director for Doctoral Studies
Email: krocphd@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Peace Studies and Political Science: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralPeace Studies and Political Science: PhD
Graduate Program in Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 3 years
The Ph.D. program in peace studies prepares students in research methodologies associated with the disciplines of anthropology, history, political science, psychology, sociology and theology. Graduates are credentialed in one of the six disciplines and fully acquainted with the research questions and findings of interdisciplinary peace research. The program has a strong placement record, and graduates hold important academic, governmental, and non-profit positions around the world.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Kathryn Vidrine
Assistant Director for Doctoral Studies
Email: krocphd@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Peace Studies and Psychology: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralPeace Studies and Psychology: PhD
Graduate Program in Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 3 years
The Ph.D. program in peace studies prepares students in research methodologies associated with the disciplines of anthropology, history, political science, psychology, sociology and theology. Graduates are credentialed in one of the six disciplines and fully acquainted with the research questions and findings of interdisciplinary peace research. The program has a strong placement record, and graduates hold important academic, governmental, and non-profit positions around the world.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- GRE Subject Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Kathryn Vidrine
Assistant Director for Doctoral Studies
Email: krocphd@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Peace Studies and Sociology: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralPeace Studies and Sociology: PhD
Graduate Program in Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 3 years
The Ph.D. program in peace studies prepares students in research methodologies associated with the disciplines of anthropology, history, political science, psychology, sociology and theology. Graduates are credentialed in one of the six disciplines and fully acquainted with the research questions and findings of interdisciplinary peace research. The program has a strong placement record, and graduates hold important academic, governmental, and non-profit positions around the world.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Kathryn Vidrine
Assistant Director for Doctoral Studies
Email: krocphd@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Peace Studies and Theology: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralPeace Studies and Theology: PhD
Graduate Program in Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies and Theology
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 3 years
The Ph.D. program in peace studies prepares students in research methodologies associated with the disciplines of anthropology, history, political science, psychology, sociology and theology. Graduates are credentialed in one of the six disciplines and fully acquainted with the research questions and findings of interdisciplinary peace research. The program has a strong placement record, and graduates hold important academic, governmental, and non-profit positions around the world.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- A master's degree (or the equivalent) in this field
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Kathryn Vidrine
Assistant Director for Doctoral Studies
Email: krocphd@nd.edu https://kroc.nd.edu/ph-d/
https://theology.nd.edu/graduate-programs/
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Current Students Only
Peace Studies: Minor
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Current Students OnlyPeace Studies: Minor
Graduate Program in Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Graduate Minor
- Residency
- 3 years
Graduate students pursuing a terminal master’s or doctoral degree at the University of Notre Dame have the opportunity to complete a graduate minor in Peace Studies. The minor empowers students to relate their existing study and research to a growing body of knowledge and practice within the multidisciplinary field of peace studies, with the goal of addressing violence and alleviating human suffering.
The graduate minor will give students access to classes taught by core faculty members at the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies, who are among the premier scholars in the field.
For doctoral students, combining concentrated coursework in peace studies with their primary discipline can enhance their scholarship and expand their professional options.
- Application Materials:
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
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Kathryn Vidrine
Assistant Director for Doctoral Studies
Email: krocphd@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Philosophy: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 15
DoctoralPhilosophy: PhD
Graduate Program in Philosophy
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 3 years
The University of Notre Dame's highly ranked department offers a uniquely broad and pluralistic environment in which to pursue graduate work in philosophy. We emphasize solid training in all periods of the history of philosophy, combined with cutting-edge research in both the continental and analytic traditions. Areas of particular strength include the history of philosophy (ancient, medieval, and modern), metaphysics, epistemology, the philosophy of religion, the philosophy of science, contemporary European philosophy, logic and philosophy of mathematics, and ethics.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Brian Cutter
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-9048
Email: ndphilo@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Physics: PhD
Deadline: Fall: Dec. 15
DoctoralPhysics: PhD
Graduate Program in Physics and Astronomy
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
Physics graduate students are actively involved in both experimental and theoretical studies in areas including astro-, bio-, condensed-matter, high-energy, and nuclear physics. They search for answers to questions such as: What is dark matter? Can we understand the birth or death of stars at the nuclear level? Can we create new materials with new properties? What can network science say about our world? What is the origin of mass?
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- GRE Subject Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Kevin Lannon
Director of Graduate Admissions
Phone: (574) 631-7322
Email: physics@nd.edu
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Grad School Prep
Physics REU: Prep
Deadline: Feb. 20
Grad School PrepPhysics REU: Prep
Graduate Program in Physics and Astronomy (REU)
- Deadline
- Feb. 20
- Degree
- Grad School Prep
- Residency
- Summer only
The REU program gives rising juniors and seniors valuable research experience. Students will work closely with faculty and graduate students on a variety of current research projects and benefit from a number of activities organized to enrich the REU experience. These include: weekly seminars, a course on computer programming, a GRE preparation course, ethics workshops, a workshop on applying to graduate schools, field trips to nearby national laboratories, and the REU Symposium. For detailed application instructions, refer to the Physics REU website.
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Two letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
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Kristen Amsler
REU Administrative Assistant
Phone: (574) 631-2813
Email: kamsler@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Political Science: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralPolitical Science: PhD
Graduate Program in Political Science
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
In an exceptionally collaborative department, political science graduate students at Notre Dame learn from more than 45 faculty members, many of whom are nationally and internationally recognized scholars. Faculty interests are diverse, making it possible for graduate students to explore almost any area of political science and most regions of the world. The program boasts excellence in American politics; comparative politics; constitutional studies; international relations; and political theory. Political science also features a minor subfield in methodology that students can study in addition to their major subfield requirements.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Sebastian Rosato
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 574-631-0378
Email: srosato@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Psychology, Research and Experimental: PhD
Deadline: Dec. 1
DoctoralPsychology, Research and Experimental: PhD
Graduate Program in Psychology
- Deadline
- Dec. 1
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The mission of the graduate program is to advance and inspire the next generation of scholars in psychology. Our areas of study (clinical, cognitive, developmental, and quantitative) prepare students for research careers in basic and applied behavioral science. Emphases are placed on empirical research and development of theory, supported by extensive training in quantitative and research methodologies. Graduate students are also encouraged to pursue excellence in teaching. This mission of preparing scholars and teachers is supported by a nationally and internationally renowned faculty, many of whom are editors of highly respected journals, recipients of major grants, and leaders of scientific societies.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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G. A. Radvansky
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 574-631-6650
Email: psych@nd.edu -
Tammy Kaczor
Graduate Studies Coordinator
Phone: 574-631-6659
Email: tkaczor@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Sacred Music (Conducting): DMA
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralSacred Music (Conducting): DMA
Graduate Program in Sacred Music
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Musical Arts
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The doctor of musical arts (DMA) is administered by the interdisciplinary program Sacred Music at Notre Dame (SMND) and is distinguished by its artistic goals, interdisciplinary methodology and engagement with Christian musical traditions. Students undergo professional music training in either conducting or organ, together with academic formation through DMA research seminars that examine questions of music history and theory, with a particular emphasis on sacred music in its historical and liturgical context. The DMA is intended to train individuals who wish to work at the highest levels in colleges, universities and seminaries, as well as in cathedrals, churches and other artistic communities throughout the world.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- A master's degree (or the equivalent) in this field
- Portfolio - refer to program site for details
- Audition materials - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Gabriel Radle
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-1300
Email: sacredmusic@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Sacred Music: MSM
Deadline: Dec. 15
Master's (Traditional)Sacred Music: MSM
Graduate Program in Sacred Music
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Master of Sacred Music
- Residency
- 4 semesters
The master of sacred music (MSM) interdisciplinary program combines academics and performance training with the primary purpose of forming professional musicians for work in Christian churches while also providing them with the foundations to pursue a doctorate of musical arts in performance or Ph.D. in music history, ethnomusicology, or liturgics. Through a program of study that builds on Notre Dame's strengths in theology (liturgical studies, lay ministry formation) and music (performance, history, theory), graduates of the program develop high levels of musical skill, as they also gain working knowledge of the worship lives of Christian congregations, integrating the artistic, scholarly and pastoral dimensions requisite for the profession. Students are admitted into one of three studios: organ, choral conducting, or voice. Each graduate is expected to be a well-rounded musician, possessing the necessary skills in playing, conducting, and singing to shape music programs in churches, schools, and the community-at-large. All students have assistantships, many in local churches or in the Notre Dame Children's Choir. The program has an excellent placement rate of nearly one hundred percent.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Audition materials - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Applicant must hold a bachelor's degree in music (BM, BS, BA, or BME)
- Contact:
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Gabriel Radle
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-1300
Email: sacredmusic@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Sacred Music (Organ): DMA
Deadline: Dec. 15
DoctoralSacred Music (Organ): DMA
Graduate Program in Sacred Music
- Deadline
- Dec. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Musical Arts
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The doctor of musical arts (DMA) is administered by the interdisciplinary program Sacred Music at Notre Dame (SMND) and is distinguished by its artistic goals, interdisciplinary methodology and engagement with Christian musical traditions. Students undergo professional music training in either conducting or organ, together with academic formation through DMA research seminars that examine questions of music history and theory, with a particular emphasis on sacred music in its historical and liturgical context. The DMA is intended to train individuals who wish to work at the highest levels in colleges, universities and seminaries, as well as in cathedrals, churches and other artistic communities throughout the world.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- A master's degree (or the equivalent) in this field
- Portfolio - refer to program site for details
- Audition materials - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Gabriel Radle
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-1300
Email: sacredmusic@nd.edu
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Current Students Only
Screen Cultures: Minor
Deadline: Current graduate students only
Current Students OnlyScreen Cultures: Minor
Graduate Program in Film, Television, and Theatre
- Deadline
- Current graduate students only
- Degree
- Graduate Minor
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The graduate minor in Screen Cultures aims to enrich and extend the work of students enrolled in MA, MFA, and PhD programs at the University of Notre Dame by adding expertise in research in the study of film, television, and other screen-based media. The graduate minor will give students more experience and depth in working with Screen Cultures, expand teaching opportunities, and broaden students' profiles for job placement.
- Application Materials:
- Refer to program site for pre-requisites
- Contact:
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Matthew Thomas Payne
Director of Graduate Minor
Phone: (574) 631-0817
Email: matthewpayne@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Sociology: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 4
DoctoralSociology: PhD
Graduate Program in Sociology
- Deadline
- Jan. 4
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
Notre Dame's graduate program in sociology provides all students with a strong foundation in social theory and research methods. The program's primary goal is to produce outstanding researchers and inspired teachers. Students work closely with faculty members who are engaged in cutting-edge research and are leaders and innovators in their fields. The department is especially strong in the sociology of education, religion, culture, and social movements/political sociology.
Updated: 12/13/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Contact:
-
Kraig Beyerlein
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6585
Email: dgssoc@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Spanish: MA
Deadline: Jan. 15
Master's (Traditional)Spanish: MA
Graduate Program in Romance Languages and Literatures
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Master of Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The primary aim of the master's degree program in Spanish is to provide students with a comprehensive background in the literary and cultural achievements of Spanish-speaking countries from an interdisciplinary approach. The course of study is especially well-suited to those desiring contact with scholars in the field, whether for guidance or focused study. The department encourages further study for their graduates in doctoral programs at Notre Dame and elsewhere.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Vanesa Miseres
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6887
Email: romlang@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Spanish: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 15
DoctoralSpanish: PhD
Graduate Program in Romance Languages and Literatures
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Ph.D. in Spanish is a highly selective program that teaches and trains students working in the field of Spanish and Latin American literatures and cultures. The program offers a flexible curriculum tailored to each student's interests and background and has a dissertation-oriented design that leads to the successful writing and defense of a relevant dissertation that contributes to the candidate's area of study and that successfully places the candidate in the field and in the academic job market. Students take a set of focused seminars during the first two years of residence at ND and start working on a dissertation by the fifth semester if not before.
Last updated: 08/31/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test not accepted
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Vanesa Miseres
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6887
Email: romlang@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Studio Art: MFA
Deadline: Feb. 1
Master's (Traditional)Studio Art: MFA
Graduate Program in Art, Art History, and Design
- Deadline
- Feb. 1
- Degree
- Master of Fine Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The graduate program in the Department of Art, Art History, and Design is a multidimensional program in which students engage in studio art, design, or art history, with concentrations available within each discipline. Students in the program develop visual literacy and the skills to conceptualize, fabricate, and evaluate works of art through coursework and a system of independent studies tailored to individual interests. The program aims to prepare students for professional practice as artists, designers, art history scholars, and arts educators.
Verified: 08/23/2023
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test recommended but not required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Portfolio - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Jason Lahr
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-7602
Email: jlahr@nd.edu
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Grad School Prep
Summer Research Opportunities Program: Prep
Deadline: March 1
Grad School PrepSummer Research Opportunities Program: Prep
Graduate Program in Graduate School
- Deadline
- March 1
- Degree
- Grad School Prep
- Residency
- Summer only
The Graduate School's Summer Research Opportunities Program prepares students for graduate school success. We encourage current undergraduate juniors and rising seniors, in any discipline offered by the Notre Dame Graduate School, to join our campus community for 10 weeks of guided research with world class faculty, culminating in a symposium attended by over 100 peer researchers.
We offer:
- Competitive stipends
- Housing
- Transportation
- GRE preparation
- Graduate school application support
- Fee waiver when applying to ND
- Assistance with fellowship applications to NSF, NIH, and more
Refer to the Application Instructions for SROP page for detailed application instructions.
- Application Materials:
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- One letter of recommendation - refer to application instructions
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Nyrée McDonald, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, Graduate Enrollment Management
Phone: (574) 631-7706
Email: gradapp@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Theology: MA
Deadline: Feb. 15
Master's (Traditional)Theology: MA
Graduate Program in Theology
- Deadline
- Feb. 15
- Degree
- Master of Arts
- Residency
- Summer only
The course of studies in the Theology master's program takes place during the summer, creating a dynamic community that is passionate about theological exploration. Graduates are prepared for such roles as service to the Church or diocese, teaching high school theology, or ministry in healthcare or social work, as well as for further study.
Theology offers two primary tracks for the master of arts degree:
- Hybrid residential track (courses begin in June)
- Hybrid online track (courses begin in May)
To learn more about the degree tracks, please refer to the MA in Theology website.
Updated: 3/12/21
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
-
Catherine Cavadini
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-6292
Email: Cavadini.4@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Theology: MDiv
Deadline: Jan. 2
Master's (Traditional)Theology: MDiv
Graduate Program in Theology
- Deadline
- Jan. 2
- Degree
- Master of Divinity
- Residency
- 6 semesters minimum
The Master of Divinity Program at the University of Notre Dame serves the Catholic Church and its mission by preparing men and women for ministerial and apostolic service in, with, and for the Church. Focusing on the human, intellectual, pastoral, and spiritual dimensions of personal development in preparation for lay and ordained ecclesial ministry, candidates have the opportunity both to reflect on the Church's theological tradition and to experience and to share first-hand in its ministerial life. It is in this way that they personally engage and express in their own life and circumstances the Mystery of Faith, seeking to configure their life and ministry to Christ, their Lord and the Model for all ministry.
Updated: 8/31
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- A pre-application form (submitted to the program)
- An autobiographical statement - refer to program site for details
- Contact:
-
Todd Walatka
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-4256
Email: mdiv@nd.edu
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Master's (Traditional)
Theology: MTS
Deadline: Jan. 15
Master's (Traditional)Theology: MTS
Graduate Program in Theology
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Master of Theological Studies
- Residency
- 4 semesters
The Theology M.T.S. program prepares students for doctoral work in Theology, and trains students to be effective theology instructors at the high school level, in an environment of faith and intellectual reflection. Students complete coursework in one of five concentrations: Biblical Studies, History of Christianity, Systematic Theology, Moral Theology, and Liturgical Studies. The program has an excellent placement record for graduates in leading Theology programs domestically and internationally.
Updated: 8/31
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Official transcripts from each post-secondary institution; one must show conferral of a bachelor's degree. (Due upon enrollment)
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Contact:
-
Robin Jensen
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-4254
Email: hsaunder@nd.edu
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Doctoral
Theology: PhD
Deadline: Jan. 2
DoctoralTheology: PhD
Graduate Program in Theology
- Deadline
- Jan. 2
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The Notre Dame doctoral program in theology is a premier program for Roman Catholic and ecumenical theological study. We offer a collegial and challenging program, in which students work closely with world-class scholars, innovative younger faculty, and one another to develop into mature scholars and teachers. Areas of focus include Christianity and Judaism in Antiquity, The History of Christianity, Liturgical studies, Moral Theology/Christian Ethics, Systematic Theology, and World Religions and World Church. The doctoral program places a very high percentage of its graduates in tenure-track, academic positions.
Updated: 8/31
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test required
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- A master's degree (or the equivalent) in this field
- Contact:
-
Matthew Ashley
Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: (574) 631-4254
Email: hsaunder@nd.edu