The CitiesAlive 2026 in Brooklyn this September Call for Proposals & Research Papers is Open & the Deadline to Submit is April 1st, 2026!

The dissertation proposal and the specialty exam serve different purposes and should be viewed as separate activities, even though often executed concurrently. The dissertation proposal marks the ...

To set up the research unit as a seminar-style discussion in which students exchange feedback on one another’s topics and learn from their peers’ descriptions of their arguments and writing processes ...

Manage your time – Know the deadlines and plan ahead to obtain requirements like transcripts and recommendations. Follow directions carefully – Applications that are missing elements or submitted ...

Proposal must be at least one year before the final defense, since this shows the feasibility of the project and the committee’s buy in. Needs to be addressed in the yearly meeting with student.

GLEI and CTSC each have teams that can offer hands-on support for proposal preparation. This is available on a case-by-case basis.

The research proposal and statement of academic purpose are both important aspects of your application. Below is detailed information on the purpose and expectations for the research proposal and ...

Proposals from eligible students will be accepted via the UGRS Journal submissions page. Applications will be reviewed by a sub-committee and students may be asked to make revisions to their proposals ...