OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Robotics at Michigan Robotics Institute
Top-ranked interdisciplinary robotics doctoral program based in the $75M Ford Robotics Building, advancing legged locomotion, robotic prosthetics, and space autonomy.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- BS or MS in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering
- English language proficiency
- 7.5 overall (minimum 7.0 in all bands)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of purpose detailing interest in bipedal locomotion, autonomous driving, or surgical robots
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Guaranteed $41,500 USD/year stipend + full tuition waiver at the Ford Motor Company Robotics Building
- Application fee
- $90 USD
- Tuition / joining costs
- Fully funded by departmental fellowship
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Michigan documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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