Doctor of Philosophy in Information Systems
Graduate ProgramsWhy Study Information Systems?
The information systems Ph.D. program builds on an understanding of the design, development, analysis, and use of computer-based information systems and takes your research skills to the next level.
UMBC’s Ph.D. is one of the few programs that approaches information systems in a holistic sense, including the social and political elements of building and maintaining complex, large-scale systems.
UMBC’s information systems faculty lead research in AI and machine learning, data science, health informatics, human-computer interactions, and software engineering. They practice an interdisciplinary and applied approach.
Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid
Find opportunities to further advance your career and academic studies.
UMBC participates in all federal and state student financial aid programs and offers scholarships and assistantships through the Graduate School, Graduate Departments and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.
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Contact Information
Information Systems Program Contacts
Main Contact
410-455-5693
Program Director - On Campus
Dr. Sreedevi Sampath
sampath@umbc.edu
Program Director - Online
Dr. James Foulds
jfoulds@umbc.edu
Program Coordinator
Shannon Carey
410-455-2650
shannoncarey@umbc.edu
UMBC Graduate School Admissions Office Contact Information
Mailing Address
UMBC Graduate School
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250
Admissions Staff
Staff are available from
Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 410-455-2537
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Email Graduate Admissions at gradschool@umbc.edu.