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Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences

Doctoral program.

BSHS Handbook

The student handbook contains more information about the doctoral program in Behavioral and Social Health Sciences.

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Start the next chapter of your career studying behavioral and social sciences at Brown University.

Our Ph.D. students learn to employ behavioral and social science theory and methods to understand and address contemporary health problems.

BSHS doctoral students in May 2023

The doctoral program in Behavioral and Social Health Sciences is inherently multidisciplinary. By fostering collaboration between scholars at Brown and the communities they serve, our students learn to effectively evaluate, develop and deploy health behavior interventions.

Our faculty and students engage in research that seeks to:

• Identify the social, psychological, and behavioral risk factors for disease and illness
• Understand the psychosocial determinants of health care
• Understand health protective behaviors, relationships, and institutions
• Develop and evaluate health-promoting interventions that are grounded in behavioral and social science theory 

Students in the Doctoral Program in Behavioral and Social Health Sciences demonstrate mastery of relevant theory and methods, assessed via coursework and examinations, and complete a dissertation that represents original research.

Directors of the Doctoral program

Madina Agénor

The behavioral and social health sciences ph.d. at a glance.

As part of their education, all BSHS doctoral students are expected to develop a facility in the following core competencies:

• Analyze and explain health behavior using component principles of behavioral and/or social science theory.
• Critically evaluate quantitative and/or qualitative research methods and draw appropriate inferences from research findings.
• Develop or refine a theory-based public health intervention with clear behavior change goal(s).
• Design a plan to evaluate the fidelity, the active ingredients/mechanisms of change and the efficacy of a health behavior intervention.
• Appraise the state of knowledge and knowledge gaps within a substantive area of health behavior.
• Design and conduct original research on health behaviors and outcomes, using appropriate methods and analyses and adhering to ethical research principles.
• Demonstrate advanced communication skills by authoring original research that is disseminated to the scientific community.

To learn more about coursework, degree requirements, and more, consult the BSHS Ph.D. Doctoral Handbook:

BSHS Ph.D. Doctoral Handbook .

Admission is open to qualified applicants from many disciplinary backgrounds. The program seeks students with strong potential for independent scholarship in Behavioral and Social Health Sciences (BSHS), evidenced by excellence in relevant coursework and recommendations from those in a good position to evaluate the applicant’s capabilities to pursue graduate-level research. The most competitive applicants will have earned a Master’s degree in Public Health or in a behavioral or social science field (e.g., psychology, sociology, anthropology, education, communication), or demonstrated research experience relevant to public health. All applications receive a holistic review.

Submission of GRE scores is NOT required or expected by the BSHS Program. Only if applicants lack other evidence of quantitative, verbal, or analytic writing ability should they consider providing a GRE score. Per Graduate School policy, TOEFL scores are required for students whose native language is not English. However, language proficiency examination scores are not needed from students from a non-US university where the primary language of instruction is English, or for students who hold a Bachelor's or Master’s degree from a US institution.

To be prepared to complete the quantitative requirements for the BSHS degree, a background in probability and/or calculus beyond just experience with statistics is strongly recommended. All applicants are asked to provide a statement about their preparation to engage in doctoral-level biostatistics. 

Students will be matched with a faculty research advisor during admission and therefore should identify potential specific faculty advisors in their application. Potential applicants should review the list of faculty in the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences (BSS) who are able to take on the advisement and funding of a doctoral student; advisors’ availability can change yearly. When contacting faculty whose research corresponds with their own interests, students should include a description of their research interests/training goals and a CV to help facilitate meaningful conversation and/or appropriate referral to other faculty colleagues. Admission will signify the willingness of one or more faculty members to serve as primary advisors.

The Brown University School of Public Health does not require the GRE . Applicants who would like to submit their GRE results are able to include them as part of their application, however, applicants who do not submit GRE scores will not be penalized. Other standardized tests (e.g. MCAT, LSAT) may be submitted as well. All submitted standardized test scores are interpreted in the context of the entire application; there are no minimum scores required. TOEFL scores are required for students whose native language is not English but may be waived for those who hold a Bachelor's or Master’s degree from a U.S. institution. 

Learn More about Admissions Requirements

All students admitted to the Behavioral and Social Health Sciences Ph.D. program receive full funding in the form of a fellowship, teaching assistantship or research assistantship. The funding package includes tuition, health insurance and an annual stipend. 

Find out more about Ph.D. funding

The Role of Makeshift Medicine in the U.S.

We sat down with doctoral candidate Patrick Kelly to discuss the needs of marginalized Americans who seek care on the periphery of our formal health care system.

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Applying to Graduate Programs

• Applicant Qualifications, Admissions Criteria, and Acceptance Rates

What are the characteristics of successful applicants?  Each program has its own set of requirements and standards; some are publicly stated, some are not.  For instance, this department’s graduate program in experimental psychology provides a list of eligibility requirements , plus provides a FAQ with the average GPA and GRE scores of successful applicants .  On this page we provide a general idea of what graduate programs may be seeking, plus admissions statistics by area of specialization in psychology. 

Note: for the most definitive information on the characteristics of successful applicants, we recommend that you directly check with program websites, the programs themselves, and individuals at those programs (such as graduate coordinators, graduate program officers, graduate students, or faculty).

Graduate Programs Are Highly Competitive

Most mid- to top-tier graduate programs, and particularly those programs that provide funding to their graduate students, are highly selective.  For example, this department’s graduate program typically receives around 300-400 applicants annually, of which admission offers are commonly extended to around 20 (around half accept, depending on the year).  Successful applicants not only meet the eligibility requirements; they exceed those requirements in key ways.  These may include research experience, academic achievements, and more. 

Consequently, it is helpful for students to carefully research the characteristics of successful applicants, to work toward achieving similar qualifications at the baccalaureate or post baccalaureate level, and to clearly emphasize their strengths in their applications. 

It is important to emphasize that graduate admissions criteria substantially differ from those used at undergraduate and other levels.  It is not necessarily the case that applicants with the highest GPA and highest test scores have the greatest chance of being accepted.  Instead, more idiosyncratic factors such as “program fit” and compatible research interests may play a greater role.  Thus, students who are accustomed to judging their progress solely on grades need to adjust their thinking; this is a different playing field and the rules are different .

Basic Qualifications of Successful Applicants 

To score an interview – in other words, to be seriously considered – applicants are typically expected to have a record which includes the following characteristics: 1,2

Prerequisite undergraduate coursework completed

The courses that you are expected to have taken vary according to the graduate program you are applying to.  Some may have very specific requirements, others do not.  Some may prefer that the applicant have a well-rounded record including a diversity of rigorous courses both within and outside of psychology. 

The mean of successful applicants to PhD programs in psychology, on the 4.0 scale, is 3.6 overall and 3.7 in psychology courses; for Master’s programs it is 3.4 overall and 3.5 in psychology courses. 1   The GPA should be, at minimum , typically 3.0 or higher.

Good GRE scores

Minimum requirements (also known as “cutoffs”) vary depending on program .  Some programs, such as the one in this department, have dropped minimum scores.  However, GRE scores can be used to choose between two closely matched applicants.  The mean GRE scores of first-year graduate students in psychology, using the scale begun in late 2011, is 158 verbal and 149 quantitative for psychology PhD programs; it is 153 verbal and 146 quantitative for Master’s programs.  For the GRE Psychology subject test, the mean is 633 for PhD programs and 577 for Master’s programs. 1  Please note that some programs, such as the one in this department, do not require the subject test.

Research experience

Research experience is a must.  This can take a variety of different forms, but publications and presentations are typically the most valued evidence of research experience.  For further information about gaining research experience as an undergraduate, please visit our research opportunities page.

Practical or clinical experience

This may be important for those applying to programs with a clinical or public service component.  For example, the number of hours you have volunteered at an outpatient clinic could be valuable for a clinical psychology graduate application.  However, it should be noted that guides to clinical psychology programs typically emphasize research experience as even more important.

Extracurricular activities

Optional and varies; should be relevant to the graduate program.  May include membership in psychological organizations, any leadership activities you have participated in, science communication, or charitable works .

How Applicant Qualifications Are Weighted

Each of the aforementioned qualifications, plus other components of the application materials, can make or break an applicant’s chances of being invited for an interview and ultimately receiving an offer of admission.  There typically are at least two stages of review.  The first involves choosing applicants that will be invited to interview.  At that stage, selection criteria may include (please note that each program may weigh each aspect differently): 1,2

• GPA and GRE scores – many programs only interview those that are above a certain threshold.
• Letters of recommendation – many programs solicit three letters of recommendation. Although letters are subjective, in many programs these are given as much weight as GPA and GRE scores.
• Research experience – there needs to be evidence that the applicant has the potential to succeed in the primary occupation of graduate school, which is conducting research.
• Statement of purpose – this is taken as evidence of the applicant’s writing ability, their own stated research interests, their thoughts about program fit, and more.
• Coursework completed – transcripts are examined to determine whether the applicant has taken the necessary courses to qualify for the program, that they have the relevant background knowledge, and that they can handle academically rigorous coursework. 

After the interviews, the final selection criteria often includes the following (in order of importance). 1,2 It should be noted that the applicant’s interview performance, statement of purpose, and recommendation letters can heavily inform these criteria and ultimately final selection decisions.

• Publications or paper presentations – resulting from the applicant’s existing research activities
• Applicant’s skills and interests match the program – as indicated in the application essays and as revealed in interviews
• Match with faculty member that is interested in working with the applicant – particularly as evidenced by the faculty member’s interview with the applicant and shared research interests; moreover, the faculty member has to be accepting students that year
• Statement of purpose – how clear and focused was the applicant able to write the essay; writing skills as evident in the essay
• Prior research experience – more generally, how much prior research experience the applicant had, and what that experience was, etc.

Other criteria may also be considered depending on the program.  Finally, it should be noted that among the least important criteria for selection typically include: multilingual fluency, contribution to geographic diversity, and whether the applicant is related to another student that was or is in the program .

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance rates at graduate programs in psychology range between 32-78% for Master’s programs and 12-48% for PhD programs (non-clinical); for clinical programs generally, acceptance rates vary from 7-50%. 1  Data on the mean acceptance rates in different areas of psychology, compiled by the APA in 2010, are as follows: 1

Workshops and Downloadable Resources

• For in-person discussion of the process of applying to graduate programs in psychology, neuroscience, and related fields, please consider attending this department’s “Paths to PhDs” workshop and other related events (for dates and times, please check the undergraduate workshops calendar).
• Tips for Applying to Graduate Programs in Psychology (a brief summary) [ PDF ]

Further Resources

How-To Videos     

• Applying to Grad School Videos

Recommended Reading

• American Psychological Association (2007). Getting in: a step-by-step plan for gaining admission to graduate school in psychology .  Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
• Keith-Spiegel, P., & Wiederman, M. W. (2000). The complete guide to graduate school admission: psychology, counseling, and related professions . Mahwah, NJ: Erlbaum.

APA Videos on Graduate Applications

• Preparing and applying for graduate school in psychology [12-part video series]
• Preparing and applying for graduate school in psychology [video slides in PDF format]
• Avoiding common mistakes that students make when applying from APA Division 2 [PPT]
• Choosing a graduate program from the Association for Psychological Science
• Smart shopping for psychology doctoral programs [PDF]

1  Norcross, J. C., & Hogan, T. P. (2016).  Preparing and applying for graduate school in psychology: 12 modules. American Psychological Association [video workshop].

2  american psychological association (2007).  getting in: a step-by-step plan for gaining admission to graduate school in psychology . , 3  american psychological association (2010).  graduate applications, acceptances, enrollments, and degrees awarded in master’s- and doctoral-level students in the u.s. and canadian graduate departments of psychology: 2008-2009., prepared by s. c. pan for ucsd psychology, graphic adapted with permission under the expat license..

• Finding and Choosing Graduate Programs of Interest
• Timelines for the Graduate Application Process
• Writing Statements of Purpose and Other Application Essays
• Requesting Letters of Recommendation
• Preparing for the Graduate Record Examination
• Graduate Admissions Interviews
• Applying to Clinical Psychology Programs
• Applying to Medical School and Professional Health Programs
• Accepting Graduate Admissions Offers

How to Apply

The Department offers admission in the fall only for its Ph.D. program. (Please note that there is no separate M.A. program in philosophy.)

Application may be made online . Applicants must submit official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a sample of philosophical writing. Brown Philosophy Department  no longer requires  GRE scores to apply to its PhD program  (no advanced subject test is required either). The application deadline is 2 January.

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Inquiries regarding graduate admissions should be directed to the Graduate School and not to the Director of Graduate Studies. This includes questions about waiver of the application fee . (See here for information.) The Director of Graduate Studies is responsible only for the Graduate Program and plays no role in the admissions process.

The Department is not able to schedule individual meetings with prospective applicants. There are simply too many prospective applicants for that to be practical. This website, and faculty member's individual websites (see here ), should answer most questions about the PhD program, faculty research interests, and the like. Admitted students will be invited to visit the department in late March or early April, expenses being paid by the University (except in the case of some international students).

Application Advice

Students who are interested in applying to graduate school are often puzzled by the application process. This page is intended to provide some guidance. 

The best guidance will, however, be provided by a student's own undergraduate advisors and mentors. Almost every professor you have was once an undergraduate nervous about applying to graduate school, and most of them are happy to talk about their experience.

(Alex Guerrero, from Rutgers, also has some advice for prospective applicants.)

The Application Process

Application deadlines are typically in mid-January, but some departments, including Brown's, have deadlines at the beginning of January. It is really best to think, then, in terms of 1 January and, with the holidays being just before that, in terms of mid-December.  

Philosophy Department deadline for Fall 2023 Admission will be  January 2, 2023  before 12 midnight.

Application Documents

Departments make their admissions decisions based on all of the information available to them. It is very important that applicants have solid grades, and not just in philosophy. Most programs expect a student to have exposed themselves to other areas of learning, especially when those other areas are relevant to the areas of philosophy in which they are interested. Thus, for example, students interested in political philosophy should strongly consider taking some courses in political science; those interested in philosophy of language, in linguistics; in the history of philosophy, in relevant areas of history or history of science; and so on.

It is also important that students take a wide range of philosophy courses. It is natural to 'specialize' and take a large number of courses in a specific area of central interest. But it is equally important to have a solid undergraduate education in philosophy generally and particularly, for our program, in contemporary analytic philosophy, both on the 'metaphysics and epistemology' side and on the 'value theory' side, as well as in the history of philosophy. (Breadth is as important as depth, here as elsewhere.) That one has satisfied the requirements for a concentration (or 'major') in philosophy does  not  guarantee that they have such a broad education: There are different ways one can satisfy those requirements, and some ways of doing so will leave gaping holes. Students interested in pursuing graduate study should therefore consult with the undergraduate advisor, or some other mentor, no later than the second semester of the junior year regarding selection of courses.

The 'statement of purpose' is intended to give the admissions committee some general information about why a particular applicant wants to go to graduate school and what they intend to do once they get there. Do  not  tell a long story beginning, "Ever since my childhood, I've wondered about my dreams", although, if there are specific life-experiences which have sparked or sustained an interest in philosophy, these may be worth mentioning.

It is  not  expected that applicants will be able to commit themselves to some very specific project for their dissertation. Indeed, many students find that, when they get to graduate school and are exposed to a wider range of philosophical thought than they were previously, their interests change quite dramatically. Many programs will be suspicious of applicants who seem not to be interested in  philosophy  but only in some very small fragment of it.

What you  should  do in your statement of purpose is explain, as clearly and ( nota bene ) concisely as you are able, what it is about philosophy has so gripped you that you are considering graduate study. It is an odd way to spend one's life. What is it about philosophy that makes you want to spend the next six or so years of your life studying it? To spend at least three years writing a dissertation on one, small topic? And to spend the rest of your life pursuing research, teaching philosophy to unsuspecting teenagers, and so on and so forth? Your statement should include a serious explanation of your interests, as you now find them to be. And it is worth also including a reasonable assessment of what you hope to accomplish when you enroll in graduate school: Are there specific areas of philosophy about which you would like to learn more? Are there specific areas which bear upon your main areas of interest which you think you need to know more about?

Note that it's best to be detailed. Don't just say you're interested in meta-ethics. What questions interest you? What have you done to pursue these interests?

The statement of purpose is also the one chance the admissions committee has to get to know you a bit as a person. Graduate school is hard, and, while the love of philosophy will take you some distance, there are other intellectual and personal virtues that are important as well, such as persistence and an ability to respond well to (constructive) criticism. Departments are also communities of scholars, who work and learn together, and an ability to 'play well with others' is important. Most departments also value a diversity of perspectives. So, if there are particular life experiences that speak to these aspects of your personality, you should feel free to discuss them.

The letters of recommendation are one of the two most important parts of the application. It is typically these on which admission to the committee's shortlist will turn, and admission itself depends heavily upon the contents of these letters. Remember that the admissions committee has very little information available to it. It is therefore happy to rely upon colleagues who, presumably, have access to more information.

Because the letters are so important, anyone who thinks they even  might  be interested in graduate study must work to develop close professional relationships with at least two members of the faculty  before the senior year . The reason for this is that, given the large enrollment of most courses, it is difficult for any faculty member to get to know all of the students in any particular such course. And it is, as should be clear, impossible for a faculty member to write a cogent, informed letter for a student if they know of that student only as one among many members of one large lecture course. The best letters of recommendation are detailed, speaking honestly and convincingly about both the student's strengths and weaknesses, and good letters say something interesting, and equally convincing, about the applicant's potential for further growth and development.

How can one develop such relationships? Most obviously, by attending professors' office hours to discuss the material from lecture. Do not feel as though you have to have a question fully worked out before going to office hours. It's fine simply to want to talk about something you don't quite understand or something from the reading that is bothering you. Office hours are for just such things. (You would perhaps be surprised how often some faculty sit in their office hours wishing a student would come talk to them.)

Ideally, applicants will have three letters from philosophers who know them well. Letters from non-philosophers usually carry less weight. Such people may be able to speak to your general abilities as a student and scholar, but often they do not know much about philosophy and so cannot speak specifically to your potential as a philosopher. (Of course, there are exceptions: professors in other departments who are philosophically sophisticated.) It is also better to have letters from faculty than from graduate TAs, simply because the former have more experience than the latter. But, at the same time, a letter from someone who knows you really well is better than one from someone who can only speak in generalities. So this can be a balancing act. Talk with your mentors about whom you should ask for letters.

The writing sample is perhaps the single most important part of the application. Almost always, it is what will decide an application's fate. An application with a poor writing sample, but stellar letters and grades, will gain acceptance almost nowhere, since the poor quality of the writing tends to undermine one's confidence in the letters; but one with middling letters and an excellent writing sample might still stand a chance. (Strong grades are just assumed here: The writing sample won't get read if the grades are mediocre.) It is, therefore,  not  a good idea simply to select some paper that got an 'A' and submit it unchanged. You should, rather, look upon the task of producing a writing sample as if it were an additional course and plan to devote a fair amount of time just to this task.

It is, for this reason, also rarely a good idea to submit a paper one is writing for a course taught in the fall of the senior year (if that is when one is preparing the application). There is just not enough time to polish such a piece for inclusion as a writing sample. A better idea is to use a successful paper written in the junior year as the  foundation  for your writing sample, and then to work on it further, doing additional reading, polishing the arguments, getting feedback on drafts, and so on and so forth. You can begin this process by discussing the comments you received on the paper with your instructor. Note that this is also a good way to strengthen your relationship with that instructor and so to give them a solid basis for a letter of recommendation.

A good writing sample addresses a substantial philosophical problem, whether it amounts to a critical evaluation of an argument or a serious attempt to interpret difficult philosophical texts. Mere reports of what some philosopher or other thinks—or mere 'compare and contrast' efforts—are not likely to impress. Do not, however, think that you have to make an original contribution to the area about which you are writing to produce a solid writing sample. Very few undergraduates are capable of writing such a paper. Still, though, you should be thinking for yourself: We want to see that you are able to do philosophy, not just talk about it.

Mostly, admissions committees are looking for two things: promise and a solid basis from which a student can start learning to do original philosophical work. What the writing sample should demonstrate, then, is that you have acquired the basic skills needed for the serious study of philosophy: An ability to read and write philosophy and to think critically and creatively about philosophical problems.

The writing sample needs, as was said, to be a substantial piece of work. It should therefore be at least 12–15 pages long, as it is hard to do anything serious in less space. It should not be excessively long: The members of admissions committees, being human, have been known to get annoyed by overly long writing samples; they simply do not have the time to read 40 pages from every applicant. Rarely will there be any reason to go over 20 pages, and 25 pages is probably an absolute maximum. Generally speaking, it's not a good idea, either, to submit a longer piece of work, such as a senior thesis, even if you indicate to the committee that there is some portion of it that you would really like them to read. It is far better to re-work the relevant material so that you can be sure it is self-contained.

It is permissible to submit more than one sample of writing, but you should not do so unless you have some  very  good reason. (An example of a good reason: You have serious interests both in the philosophy of language and in Aristotle.) If you do submit more than one sample of work, you should indicate which of the pieces you intend as primary and which as supplemental, in case the committee deems itself unable to read everything (as is likely).

You should be  absolutely certain  to proofread thoroughly: Do  not  trust spell-checkers and the like to do this for you. It is a good idea, too, to have friends read through the paper and comment upon your style, grammar, and so forth. The paper needs to be well-written: Being able to write well is an absolutely fundamental prerequisite for graduate study. (You will learn to write better as a graduate student, but you need to have a solid foundation already.) Make sure, too, that your citations are in good order, that quotations and footnotes are properly formatted, and so on and so forth: You want your paper to look as if you've spent real time with it—and as if you are proud of it.

Finally, the writing sample does  not  have to be connected, in any way, with the area or areas you think you most want to pursue in graduate school. So long as your record shows a sufficient foundation to pursue those areas, a writing sample in some other area might even impress the committee as a demonstration of your philosophical breadth. Your faculty advisers can help you choose a paper that would be appropriate for a writing sample.

Anthropology

Ph.d. admissions.

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Brown University's Ph.D. Program in Anthropology offers:

• a stimulating, challenging, yet supportive intellectual community
• a highly productive and diverse group of faculty members with a broad range of research and teaching interests
• close mentoring for graduate students
• a supportive graduate student community
• generous funding packages, with additional funds available for supplementary training and field research
• an outstanding record of graduate student success in winning external research grants in national and international competitions
• a strong record of placing graduates in desirable academic and professional positions around the world

The  Application Deadline is December 1st  of each year.  Applications are made through the Graduate School's online application portal on the  Graduate School’s website . You will be asked for a personal statement of two single-spaced pages, which should convey your intellectual trajectory, describe your scholarly/research interests, and articulate why Brown’s anthropology department is the right intellectual fit for your research. Other application components are your academic transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample. GRE scores are not required.  International applicants whose native language is not English must submit official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exams.

More information for international applicants

Brown’s graduate program is Ph.D. granting, and does not admit students solely pursuing a terminal Master’s degree. Students are admitted on the basis of their excellent academic credentials; strong evidence of the capacity to conduct innovative, rigorous independent research; and interests that align with the department’s overall areas of strength. If you wish to work with particular faculty members, you should make that clear in your personal statement; however, the department makes admissions decisions collectively. Our admissions process is highly selective. Each year, the department receives over 150 applications for graduate study. We have typically made offers of admission to roughly 8-10 students per year, all of whom are guaranteed  six years of stipend  and tuition remission. 

If you have a special interest in the program and are visiting the Providence area, you may contact relevant faculty members well in advance to request appointments. Faculty availability for such meetings will depend on their schedules and commitments. Additionally, feel free to contact faculty members by email.  Most faculty will be happy to respond by email to inquiries from serious candidates regarding the program and individual research interests.

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Important Dates & Deadlines for Programs

Important dates & deadlines.

Important Dates & Deadlines can also be viewed on the Grad School Dates & Deadlines Google calendar.

August 2023

• August 1 Fall term bill due date 
• August 27-28 Graduate Student of Color Orientation
• August 23-25 International Graduate Student Orientation
• August 29-30 All-Student Orientation for PhD & MFA Students
• August 31 Resource Fair

September 2023

• September 1  (estimated date) Online applications open in CollegeNET (PhD, MFA, BioMed Master's)
• September 1  Fulbright Fellowship  initial application deadline (internal) at 4:30 pm
• September 8  Deadline for October graduates to submit the Application to Graduate via Banner
• September 11-29  Fulbright campus interviews

October 2023

• October 2  Banner-based Application to Graduate open to students who expect to complete in February (Registrar's requirement)
• October 2 Research Mobility Fellowship applications due for Spring travel
• October 10  Brown final submission deadline (internal) for Fulbright Fellowship at 4:30 pm
• October 13  Spring term Fellowship appointments and funding due to Graduate School via GSIM (doctoral and master's students). Non-Fellowship appointment (TA/RA/Proctor) entry deadline TBA
• October 15-16  Fall Preview Day
• October 30   DAAD  applications due to the Graduate School at 4 pm (internal deadline)

November 2023

• November 1  Deadline for students on leave to notify the Graduate School of a desire to return in the spring and to submit materials for readmission
• November 16*  Spring term bills generated (see Bursar website )

December 2023

• December 1   Horace Mann medal  submissions due in UFunds.
• December 8  Application deadline for  Brown Executive Scholars Training (BEST) Program

January 2024

• January 1  Spring term bill due date
• January 12  Deadline for February graduates to submit the Application to Graduate via Banner
• January 12  Thesis and dissertation submission deadline for February graduates
• January 15  Banner-based Application to Graduate open to students who expect to complete in May (Registrar's requirement)
• January 22  Deadline for entering Spring Progress Evaluation and uploading Standing Letters to GSIM
• January 30  Mae Williamson Simmons Fellowship nomination deadline
• January 30   Recruitment Activities Summary  submission deadline

February 2024

• February 12   Open Graduate Education  application deadline
• February 16  Application deadline for  Brown/Wheaton Faculty Fellowship
• February 29 Application deadline for Joukowsky Summer Research Award
• March 1  Nominations due for the  Faculty Mentoring and Advising Award  and  the  Excellence in Teaching Award
• March 1  Deadline for DEP applications (submit through  UFunds ) for Humanities & Social Science students who will be beyond the sixth year (can also be submitted after this date to be reviewed on a rolling basis)
• March 14  STEM Diversity and Inclusion Divisional Meeting
• March 18  Super Monday
• March 19  Humanities Tuesday
• March 21  Humanities & Social Science Diversity and Inclusion Divisional Meeting
• March 22   Research Mobility Fellowship  applications due for Fall travel
• March 22  Deadline for student applications for  Deans' Faculty Fellowships  (nominations and recommender forms due on March 29)
• Joukowsky Outstanding Dissertation Prize
• Outstanding Academic Accomplishment by a Master’s Student
• Master’s Award for Professional Excellence
• Master’s Award for Engaged Citizenship and Community Service  
• April TBA  Optional Spring Divisional meetings (all divisions welcome)
• April 12   Interdisciplinary Opportunity  program application deadline
• April 15  PhD and MFA admissions response date (admitted applicants must accept admissions offer by this date and cannot be asked to decide in advance of this date)
• April 16  Summer appointments and departmental funding due to the Graduate School via GSIM (doctoral and master's)
• April 19  Deadline for May graduates to submit the Application to Graduate via Banner
• May 1  Thesis and dissertation submission deadline for May graduates
• May 1  Deadline for students on leave to notify the Graduate School of a desire to return in the fall and to submit materials for readmission
• May 23  Summer term bills generated (see  Bursar website )
• May 24-26  Commencement weekend
• June 1  Deadline for submitting Summer Progress Evaluations and Standing Letters to GSIM
• June 5  Deadline for each program to set online application deadline cutoff for next admission cycler and request application changes (e.g., requirements or program-specific questions)
• June 5  Fall  appointments and departmental funding due to the Graduate School via GSIM (doctoral and master's)
• June 11  Summer term bill due date
• June 22  Fall term bills generated (see  Bursar website )
• June 22  Deadline for programs to communicate change in chair and DGS for next academic year
• June 30  GSIM Appointment Management closed for changes for fiscal year end. Via GSIM: 1) Add and/or update progress evaluations in the current term with prior term performance 2) Update of milestones 3) Update advisors (current and prospective terms)
• July TBA  Banner-based Application to Graduate open to students who expect to complete in October (Registrar's requirement)

August-September 2024

• August 1  Fall term bill due date 
• August 21-23  International Graduate Student Orientation
• August 25-26  Graduate Student of Color Orientation
• August 27-28  All-Student Orientation (Wednesday half day for PhD/MFA only)
• August 29 Resource Fair, 1-4 pm
• August 31  Deadline for entering Fall Progress Evaluations and uploading Standing Letters to GSIM

*Tentative date