RIT’s cognitive science Ph.D. provides an interdisciplinary study of the human mind that combines insights from psychology, computer science, linguistics, neuroscience, augmented reality, and philosophy. Students in the Ph.D. in cognitive science conduct research on human perception, cognition, action, and language with a focus on the representation and processing of information within biological and computational frameworks. The cognitive science Ph.D. prepares students for careers in academia or industry and develops abilities to analyze data, grasp complex concepts, and interpret and communicate concepts for a wider audience. Faculty advisors come from across the RIT campus to create a thriving, interdisciplinary community that supports students on their path to becoming independent scholars.
Which department am I in?
College of Liberal Arts
Study options
Full Time
(8 Semesters)
Tuition fees
US$64,542.00
per year
Student Activities Fee - $470
Start date
August 2027
Venue
RIT - Main Campus
One Lomb Memorial Drive,
Rochester,
New York,
14623, Northeast, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college. Since the program encompasses a wide variety of disciplines, students with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) is recommended.
Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
Submit a statement of purpose for research which will allow the Admissions Committee to learn the most about you as a prospective researcher.
Submit two letters of recommendation.
Entrance exam requirements: None
Submit one writing sample. This may be an example of your research, publications, project, or other scholarly written work.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.