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Hospitality Management – Doctorate

Hospitality Management

You’re ready to lead confidently and innovate in a rapidly evolving industry. Explore cutting-edge topics like sustainability and technological advances. Gain the skills to tackle challenges head-on. Iowa State can help you shape the future of your workplace or drive change across your industry.

At a Glance

72

Total Credits

$750*

Cost Per Credit
*Tuition and fee rates subject to change

3.5 years+

Time to Complete

Chart your path to success

You’ve already made significant strides in your career, and now it’s time to take that next leap. Get to your next milestone with Iowa State’s doctor of philosophy in hospitality management. We’ll help you take that next step without disrupting your busy life. This hybrid program was crafted for working professionals in industry executives, hospitality professionals, and educators. It includes only two in-person, three-week commitments over consecutive summers. The rest of your coursework is delivered online during the fall and spring semesters so you can keep moving forward in your current role while preparing for your next career move. Your next big step starts here.

  • Admission

    Rolling Admission
    Fall, Spring, and Summer

  • Application Deadlines

    Fall and Summer: March 15
    Spring: October 15

  • Format

    Hybrid; two in-person, three week commitments over two consecutive summers

Graduate College Requirements:

  • 4-year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
  • Academic Records/Transcripts
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
  • Proof of English Proficiency

Program Specific Requirements:

  • Master’s degree
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume or curriculum vitae
  • Supporting documents for Ph.D. applicants (e.g., thesis, project papers, published articles, proceedings, professionally written documents)

For more information visit the Graduate College website.

SoJung Lee
Professor
6 MacKay Hall
515-294-8990
sjlee@iastate.edu

A flexible online experience, designed intentionally for you.

With Iowa State’s online programs, your career never has to wait. Gain the same high-quality education and industry-focused knowledge as on campus programs, guided by expert professors preparing  you for your next.

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Take the next step

Anything is possible at Iowa State University with innovative academic programs, hands-on research opportunities, and globally recognized scholars to support you every step of the way.