Overview

Over the course of the Marketing PhD program from Mississippi State University program, students will be exposed to a broad range of topics in the field of marketing, and we encourage students to find a research area that best fits their interests.

Key Facts

The Marketing program from Mississippi State University is purposely small and very selective, so we are able to have a one-on-one relationship with our doctoral students, thus providing a richer academic experience. MSU's PhD program is built around a mentor/apprentice relationship where students have ample opportunity to be involved in research projects with faculty.

Along with our research focus, MSU is committed to educating doctoral students to excel in teaching and instruction. Our objective is for students to be fully prepared to handle the research and teaching requirements in a university setting.

Programme Structure

The minimum course requirements for completing the Marketing PhD program consist of the following:

24 semester hours of marketing course work

18 semester hours of quantitative analysis

Nine semester hours in a minor area

Up to six graduate credit hours of prior coursework can be applied to your program of study with the consent of the PhD program coordinator. Typically, students should expect to spend the first two years completing academic coursework and developing a required, independent research paper.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-06-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-03-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

4.5

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Credits

51 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Starkville, United States

Disciplines

Marketing View 46 other PhDs in Marketing in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

English requirements

IELTS

4.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To earn the doctoral degree, a candidate must demonstrate mastery of a particular field of knowledge, of the techniques of research, and of the correlation of their specialty with the larger areas of knowledge, especially those directly related to their field of interest.

Refer to Graduate Degrees and Majors Offered for a complete list of Doctoral programs.
Check Requirements Quick Reference for admission requirements for specific programs.
Consult Admissions Information and the specific doctoral program description in the correct College and Degree Programs section.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

27637 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27637 USD per year during 48 months.
National

27637 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27637 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

10052 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10052 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Starkville

800 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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