There is a certain amount of depth of experience to be gained by completing the B.S. and the Ph.D. at different schools, and going to another school may expose you to other research areas as well. If you are unsure about the Ph.D., you may wish to complete an M.S. thesis as part of your M.S. degree. If you plan to work before returning for a Ph.D., a Master's degree could open the doors to more interesting, research-related jobs that could provide the source of inspiration for Ph.D. research here or elsewhere. Your employer may even pay for your Ph.D. degree. Please direct inquiries about the program to your CE advisor.
Applications packages are available at the department office or the graduate division .