College of Engineering Doctoral Program

Doctoral Programs

A graduate program leading to a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Engineering is offered by the College of Engineering with several distinct concentrations. Currently, the departments of Chemical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering offer concentrations in their respective fields. The general requirements for a Ph.D. in Engineering are the same for all departments. The admission requirements, application procedures, admission to candidacy, degree requirements, and other such details may be found on each program's page on the majors list. The Associate Dean of Engineering for Research and Innovation also serves as the Director of the program.

NEW: A Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Science will begin in August 2025, replacing the Ph.D. in Engineering with concentration in Computer Science. For additional information, contact the Department of Computer Science at csc@tntech.edu or (931) 372-3691.

Ph.D. Concentration Areas Include:

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Current Ph.D. Enrollment Numbers Fall 2023

Department Number of Students
Chemical Engineering 9
Civil and Environmental Engineering 3
Computer Science 39
Electric and Computer Engineering 26
Mechanical Engineering 43
Total Enrollment 120

Graduation Rates

Year Enrollment (Fall census) Degrees Conferred (07/01-06-30)
2018-19 107 15
2019-20 98 21
2020-21 103 10
2021-22 124 22
2022-23 119 20
2023-24 120 Not yet available.

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