Graduate Research Programs

Advance human knowledge at the intersection of technology, philosophy, and society

Research Areas

Our graduate students conduct cutting-edge research across multiple disciplines

AI Ethics & Philosophy

Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and philosophical inquiry, examining ethical frameworks for AI development and deployment.

Faculty Leaders

Dr. Sarah Chen, Dr. Marcus Williams

Current Projects

  • Algorithmic Bias in Educational AI
  • Consciousness and Machine Learning
  • Ethical Frameworks for AGI Development
Funding Opportunities

2 Available

Publications

12 This Year

Digital Humanities

Combine traditional humanities scholarship with digital tools and methodologies to create new forms of knowledge.

Faculty Leaders

Dr. Elena Rodriguez, Dr. James Thompson

Current Projects

  • Virtual Reality Ancient Philosophy
  • Digital Archives of Philosophical Texts
  • Computational Analysis of Philosophical Arguments
Funding Opportunities

2 Available

Publications

8 This Year

Civic Technology

Research the role of technology in democratic participation and civic engagement.

Faculty Leaders

Dr. Michael Park, Dr. Lisa Anderson

Current Projects

  • AI-Powered Civic Engagement Platforms
  • Digital Democracy and Participation
  • Technology and Political Philosophy
Funding Opportunities

2 Available

Publications

15 This Year

Educational Innovation

Develop and study new pedagogical approaches that integrate technology with classical educational methods.

Faculty Leaders

Dr. Rachel Green, Dr. David Kim

Current Projects

  • Personalized Learning Algorithms
  • Virtual Reality in Philosophy Education
  • AI Tutoring Systems for Critical Thinking
Funding Opportunities

2 Available

Publications

10 This Year

Graduate Degree Programs

Choose from our innovative graduate programs designed for the future

Master of Arts in Digital Philosophy

Combines traditional philosophical inquiry with digital tools and methodologies.

Duration:2 years
Requirements:30 credit hours
Thesis:Required

Career Paths

  • Academic research
  • Tech ethics consulting
  • Educational technology

Doctor of Philosophy in AI Ethics

Advanced research in the ethical implications of artificial intelligence.

Duration:4-5 years
Requirements:60 credit hours + dissertation
Thesis:Dissertation required

Career Paths

  • University professor
  • AI ethics researcher
  • Policy advisor

Master of Science in Civic Technology

Interdisciplinary program combining technology, politics, and public policy.

Duration:2 years
Requirements:36 credit hours
Thesis:Capstone project

Career Paths

  • Government technology roles
  • Civic tech startups
  • Policy research

Research Support & Resources

Comprehensive support for your graduate research journey

Funding Opportunities

  • Graduate Research Assistantships ($25,000/year)
  • Dissertation Completion Fellowships ($30,000)
  • Conference Travel Grants (up to $2,500)
  • Research Equipment and Software Funding

Research Facilities

  • AI Ethics Research Lab
  • Digital Humanities Studio
  • Virtual Reality Learning Center
  • High-Performance Computing Cluster

Professional Development

  • Research Methods Training
  • Grant Writing Workshops
  • Academic Publishing Support
  • Conference Presentation Skills

Collaboration Opportunities

  • Industry Partnership Projects
  • International Research Exchanges
  • Interdisciplinary Research Teams
  • Community-Based Research Initiatives

Application Process

Your pathway to joining our graduate research community

1

Submit Application

Complete online application with transcripts, statement of purpose, and writing samples.

January 15 (Fall), September 15 (Spring)

2

Faculty Review

Faculty committee reviews applications and selects candidates for interviews.

2-3 weeks after deadline

3

Interview Process

Virtual or in-person interviews with potential advisors and program committee.

February-March (Fall), October-November (Spring)

4

Admission Decision

Notification of admission status and funding decisions.

April 1 (Fall), December 1 (Spring)

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join our community of graduate researchers working at the forefront of technology and philosophy