Ph.D. Programs
Ready to Lead
New York Institute of Technology’s Ph.D. programs place you at the center of an innovative community bridging research, medicine, engineering, and entrepreneurship.
As a Ph.D. student, you’ll be mentored by accomplished faculty-scientists in a small but growing environment that encourages a high degree of interaction and presents the opportunity to specialize your knowledge base.
Through faculty guidance, federal grants, and corporate partnerships, our students spearhead original research, gathering and analyzing data and studying hypotheses in cutting-edge facilities. Join them in contributing to discoveries in thriving areas like bioengineering, cybersecurity, machine learning, the anatomical sciences, cancer biology, neuroscience, and musculoskeletal molecular and cell biology.
In preparation for careers in academia or research, you and your peers will pioneer the technological solutions of tomorrow—from leveraging bioinformatics to treat chronic diseases to designing greener buildings through thermal dynamics.
All Programs
Through curricula emphasizing novel uses for today’s technologies, establish yourself as an expert and prepare to make a transformative impact.
Ph.D. in Computer Science
Add depth to your skills in areas like programming and algorithms, and participate in grant-funded research. You’ll build expertise in machine learning, AI, big data, cybersecurity, and more in-demand applications.
Ph.D. in Engineering
Choosing from concentrations in bioengineering, electrical and computer engineering, and mechanical engineering, you’ll solve important problems through advanced technology.
D.O./Ph.D. in Medical and Biological Sciences
In this dual-degree program, train as a physician and researcher to shape the field of biomedical research and improve patient outcomes through technology and evidence-based care.
Research at New York Tech
Expert faculty, an ethos of innovation, modern facilities, and strategic partnerships create the ideal environment for building your skills, igniting new knowledge, and translating results into marketable solutions.
Faculty Mentorship
Expand your competence under the guidance of experienced mentors whether studying the underpinnings of quantum computing, developing implantable wireless monitoring devices, or exploring the role of key molecules in Alzheimer’s disease, among other areas.
Innovation Focused
Our faculty conduct research funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the U.S. Army, NASA, and other institutions, leading to new bike helmet designs that prevent brain injuries, accurate assessments of indoor air quality, and other solutions that tackle today’s challenges.
Facilities
Explore your research interests and gain vital experience with the latest equipment and technologies in the Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation Center (ETIC), the Biological Sciences and Bioengineering Lab, the EnTech Lab, the Intelligent Mobile Edge Lab, the Center for Biomedical Innovation, and more facilities.
A Career-Advancing Education
Maximize your chances of success with strategically focused programs that take advantage of the latest trends and position you for leadership.
Develop a Specialization
Through concentrations, course electives, and your own independent research, dive deep into an area that stirs your passion, aligns with your career objectives, and distinguishes you in your field.
A Focus on Current Disciplines
From laboratories to classrooms, our Ph.D. students expand the frontier of technology, steering conversations surrounding AI, machine learning, biotechnology, green energy, advanced medical devices, data analytics, and cancer treatments.
Careers in Research, Academia, and Industry
After completing their degrees, our Ph.D. students pursue high-level research, train the next generation of innovators, or land jobs in rapidly growing industries.
Invest in Yourself
Offset your tuition while providing research, teaching, or administrative support to the New York Tech community. Graduate assistantships complement your studies and provide additional learning opportunities.
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Help propel New York Tech’s culture of innovation, helming discoveries that position you as a leader prepared to reimagine the future.