PhD in Operations Research

The doctoral program in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research prepares researchers who build and study quantitative models of complex systems. Application areas named by the department include energy, supply chains, healthcare and financial systems, drawing on engineering and mathematical foundations. Students can focus on theoretical questions or on bringing advanced methods to real problems, and the program sits beside the department's master's offerings in the same field. The department also runs master's programs in the same field, so applicants should check which degree fits their goals. Applications for Fall entry are due December 15, 2026. The GRE general test is required. The program page also links to the department's own site for further detail. Admission details are listed in the Graduate Division program directory, along with department contact information. Applicants should confirm current requirements on the program's graduate admissions page.