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Ph.D. in Robotics (Collaborative Robotics and Intelligent Systems)

One of the nation's premier robotics doctoral programs, focusing on legged locomotion (home of Cassie the bipedal robot), soft robotics, swarm systems, marine autonomy, and human-robot interaction.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: 3.5+ GPA in robotics, mechanical engineering, or computer science
English language proficiency: TOEFL 90+ or IELTS 7.0
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Optional
Thesis / Research statement: Research statement and technical portfolio/code samples
Recommendation letters: Three letters from research mentors

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA) providing full tuition, healthcare, and $34,000 annual stipend
Application fee: $85
Tuition / joining costs: 100% covered by assistantship

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 15, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Oregon State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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