PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering: Fees & Entry Requirements at Western Michigan University, USA

PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering

USA

What will I learn?

The Ph.D. program is the only Ph.D. in industrial engineering in Michigan with a core area of engineering management. The program emphasizes breadth of knowledge and requires students to conduct a significant, focused field study and complete a dissertation research project.Industrial and entrepreneurial engineering involves designing and implementing systems that improve an organization's processes. When you enter this field, your goal will be to make your company efficient and innovative.

Which department am I in?

College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Study options

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$17,482.00 (14,75,025) per year
Health Insurance- 1324

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected July 2027

Start date

January 2027

Venue

College of Engineering and Applied Science

4601 Campus Drive,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$17,482.00 (14,75,025) per year
Health Insurance- 1324

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/12/2026

Start date

May 2027

Venue

College of Engineering and Applied Science

4601 Campus Drive,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Student must fulfill either of two educational requirements: a bachelors degree in engineering or related discipline from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET/EAC), accredited engineering program, including at least three courses in industrial engineering, or a masters degree in engineering from a department offering an ABET accredited undergraduate program, including at least five courses in industrial engineering.

Minimum English proficiency test scores:

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University offers career-focused degree programs which propel students into meaningful careers in their specialty.

  • 9/10 students employed in jobs they like (WMU Outcomes, 2024)
  • Top 100 for graduate programs in five fields (USNWR, 2025)
  • 16:1 student-faculty ratio, (WMU Common Data Set, 2024)
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