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PhD of Environmental Design and Planning
- Manhattan, United States
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
An interdisciplinary research doctorate in environmental design and planning.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Environmental Design and Planning.
Career outcomes
- University teaching
- Research for governmental and environmental agencies
- Developers
- Professional design firms and international corporations
Curriculum
- Ninety-credit interdisciplinary research doctorate across the College of Architecture
- Planning and Design
- Preparing graduates to teach at graduate level and to carry out research that informs design and planning.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor or master degree substantially the same as a K-State degree with a cumulative 3.0 GPA; English test scores; Some doctoral programmes require GRE/GMAT and may be stricter.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor or master degree substantially the same as a K-State degree; Programme-specific requirements; Some doctoral programmes require GRE/GMAT (e.g. Computer Science, Industrial Engineering)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Identification document
- Application form
- Language proficiency evidence where applicable
How to apply
- Check the programme requirements and deadline. International applicants Feb. 1 (fall)
- Sept. 1 (spring)
- Dec. 1 (summer). Some programmes set earlier dates (). Apply online through the Graduate School application and pay the 75 USD international degree-seeking fee. Upload unofficial transcripts and degree certificates (in English or certified translation) and programme documents such as a personal statement
- CV and references. Some programmes require GRE/GMAT (institution code 6334). Official transcripts are requested with the admission offer.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $21,868 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $0 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Manhattan campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Architecture, Planning & Design |
| Department | Environmental Design and Planning |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 90 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
80 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
80 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
80 days left
Frequently asked questions
The next deadline is 1 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $21,868 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $0 USD. The estimated living cost is $16,340 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58.