Doctoral Studies
Guiding Your Pursuit of Higher Education
As you work toward your doctoral degree, St. Cloud State’s Center for Doctoral Studies supports you through every stage, from admission into the program to graduation. In addition to scholarships and other financial aid opportunities, we also offer graduate assistantships to students to help cover tuition costs.
Our staff works tirelessly to assist our doctoral students however we can, including:
- Advising and assistance throughout the admissions process
- Onboarding and orientation
- Assisting with research, dissertations, and culminating projects
- Organizing collaboration with other programs
- Budgeting for academic programs
- Communicating with professors and other support centers
Doctoral Programs at St. Cloud State
At St. Cloud State, our doctoral programs are offered with a variety of delivery options to best serve remote learners and working professionals.
Doctoral Studies Resources
Admissions
Get started in the School of Graduate Studies by scheduling a campus visit and reviewing application instructions.
LEARN MOREVeteran Resources
Find support from the Veteran Resource Center as you make the transition into your graduate program.
LEARN MOREThe Repository
Explore hundreds of examples of completed dissertation projects from other past doctoral studies students.
LEARN MORECulminating Project
Whether it’s a thesis or portfolio, find the information and resources you need to complete your culminating project.
LEARN MOREFinancial Resources
Find financial aid opportunities and graduate assistantship employment opportunities.
LEARN MOREResearch Support
Browse critical resources to support you as you complete your culminating project.
LEARN MORECompetitive Grants
Seeking funding for research? Find strategies and best practices for earning a competitive grant.
LEARN MORECompliance
Learn about the regulatory and compliance issues surrounding University research and sponsored programs.
LEARN MOREContact the Center for Doctoral Studies
Email: graduatestudies@stcloudstate.edu
Phone: (320) 308-2113
In person: 101 Administrative Services Building