Overview

In this interdisciplinary field, we engage in research focused on understanding the factors that promote activity, function, and participation in daily life among people who have disabilities or are at risk of developing them.

The PhD program in Rehabilitation Sciences at Boston University prepares students—with and without professional degrees—for academic careers in research and teaching.

Features

At BU, you will interact closely with accomplished, internationally respected faculty members across the University in both didactic training and mentored research. These researchers include prominent leaders in occupational therapy and physical therapy, with expertise in movement science, developmental psychology, public health, and psychiatric rehabilitation.

You will have access to state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities at Boston University and beyond. Our faculty collaborate extensively with BU colleagues in biomedical engineering, psychology, public health, and medicine, as well as with local schools, and other community programs—offering a wealth and diversity of research opportunities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Rehabilitation Sciences
Research Design
Teaching Skills
Doctoral Seminar in Rehabilitation Sciences
Comprehensive Examination
Dissertation Proposal Development
Dissertation Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

Kinesiology View 95 other PhDs in Kinesiology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts
Standardized Test Scores
Letters of Recommendation
Personal Statement
Application Fee

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

66670 USD / year

≈ 66670 USD / year
Out-of-State

66670 USD / year

≈ 66670 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

66670 USD / year

≈ 66670 USD / year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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