Usually this is the faculty member with whom you interview as part of the application process. If there is someone with whom you are especially interested in working, you should let us know so we can arrange for that person to interview you. If your interests change during your course of study, it is possible to change advisors. There are a variety of supports available including tuition waivers, scholarships, and fellowships. Most of these sources require full-time status.
Students can apply for financial assistance as part of the overall application process.
In addition, there are teaching and research assistant positions available that qualify students for a tuition waiver. Students work closely with their advisor in planning a program of study that fits their specific research focus. Often the student and advisor identify courses at other universities that are uniquely suited to the student's interests. There really is no typical student. Aside from their commitment to pursuing a research degree, our students represent a broad range of interests and characteristics.