I/O Questions
- Is the program available to part-time students?
- Are classes offered in the evening?
- What sort of criteria are used in making admission decisions?
- How much credit will be given for graduate-level classes taken elsewhere?
- How long will it take to complete the I/O Ph.D. Program?
- How long will it take to complete the I/O Ph.D. Program for a person who has completed an M.S. Program at UCF or elsewhere?
Is the program available to part-time students?
No. The program is for full-time students only.
Are classes offered in the evening?
No. With very few exceptions, all classes are offered during daytime hours (i.e., between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.).
What sort of criteria are used in making admission decisions?
Admissions decisions are based upon five primary criteria: (1) grades in undergraduate and/or graduate classes, (2) scores on the GRE Verbal and Quantitative tests, (3) previous research experience, (4) strength of letters of recommendation, and (5) fit between student’s interests and those of the area faculty.
How much credit will be given for graduate-level classes taken elsewhere?
Normally, we will accept up to 9 credit hours of work completed elsewhere
How long will it take to complete the I/O Ph.D. Program?
A student who completes all course work on time, and completes dissertation-related work in a timely fashion should be able to complete the program in 4-5 years.
How long will it take to complete the I/O Ph.D. Program for a person who has completed an M.S. Program at UCF or elsewhere?
A student who completes all course work on time, and completes dissertation-related work in a timely fashion should be able to complete the program in 4-5 years.