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Program checklist · PhD

Systems Science, PhD

Binghamton University · Vestal, NY

A checklist is the list of requirements to complete this program and receive the award, as the college publishes it in its catalog. It is the same for everyone. It does not say what you have completed; that comes from applying your own record.

Program
Award
PhD
Credential class
ceterms:DoctoralDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Binghamton University Academic Guide
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
The Doctor of Philosophy in Systems Science (PhD SS) degree is offered through the School of Systems Science and Industrial Engineering (SSIE). The doctoral program in systems science offers a unique, internationally-recognized, highly transdisciplinary learning and research experience. Doctoral students can work on a wide variety of research topics, such as: mathematical modeling of systems, computer simulation, agent-based modeling, system dynamics, intelligent control and optimization, soft computing, machine learning, statistical modeling, data analytics, decision making and management, nonlinear dynamics, information theory, game theory, complex networks, computational social science, mathematical biology and artificial life, health systems, sustainability, and other transdisciplinary research.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
196079
CourseShelf checklist
CK_196079_e7769cd7
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Admission Requirements

9 items
  1. Recommended submission dates for fall semester admission: Apply before Feb. 1 for funding consideration or April 1 for regular admission.
    Not resolved to a course
  2. Recommended submission dates for spring semester admission: Apply before Oct. 15 for funding consideration or Nov. 15 for regular admission.
    Not resolved to a course
  3. Official transcript(s), although unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application
    Not resolved to a course
  4. Two letters of recommendation
    Not resolved to a course
  5. A personal statement including mention of interests
    Not resolved to a course
  6. Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (optional, but strongly recommended for applicants who seek funding)
    Not resolved to a course
  7. International applicants should also include:
    Not resolved to a course
  8. Proof of English proficiency (such as the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), PTE academic scores, or Duolingo)
    Not resolved to a course
  9. Immigration and financial documentation (i.e., the International Student Financial Statement and statement of financial support/bank statement)
    Not resolved to a course

Program Requirements

6 items
  1. Satisfaction of learning contract (described below), including proficiency in teaching and residency requirements (i.e.,coursework)
    Not resolved to a course
  2. Satisfaction of comprehensive qualifying requirement
    Not resolved to a course
  3. Presentation of colloquium on proposed research
    Not resolved to a course
  4. Acceptance of prospectus outlining dissertation research
    Not resolved to a course
  5. Submission of dissertation
    Not resolved to a course
  6. Defense of dissertation at oral examination
    Not resolved to a course

Guidance Committee

0 items

    Learning Contract

    0 items

      Additional Information about the Program

      0 items
        Source. Binghamton University, catalog 2026-2027 Binghamton University Academic Guide — https://catalog.binghamton.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=7&poid=2220&returnto=313. Captured page pages/0206.html.gz. Assembled from the institution's published catalog as captured; every record names its captured page and source URL. Assembled, not asserted.