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The Ph.D. program in International Merchandising provides opportunities for concentrated study in international apparel and textiles retailing, international production and trade, global sourcing, international business practices, and e-commerce in a global setting.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the program is competitive and is based on the evaluation of transcripts, GRE scores, three letters of recommendation and the applicant's area of research interest/statement of goals. The general requirements for admission to the program are a minimum score of 1000 (400 verbal and 500 quantitative) on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) and an undergraduate/graduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0. International students must score a minimum of 80 on the TOEFL with a minimum of 20 in speaking and writing.
Complete these materials for the UGA Graduate School:
http://www.uga.edu/gradschool/admissions/requirements.html
- Application to UGA Graduate School (complete this online)
- Application fee
- One official transcript from each institution from a degree was obtained
- Official GRE scores
- Official TOEFL scores (international students)
- Three letters of recommendation submitted online
In addition, please send the following materials directly to Diane Kesler, Graduate Coordinator Assistant, Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors, 321 Dawson Hall, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602 by mail, fax (706-542-0410) or email (dkesler@fcs.uga.edu).
- Statement of goals (one to two pages) explaining your purpose in pursuing graduate studies in our department and your research interests
- Resume (summary of your educational background and relevant experience).
Applications for admission and all supporting documents must be received in the Graduate School Office by the following deadlines:
Domestic applicants
Fall semester:
July 1 (January 1 for full consideration for financial aid)
Spring semester: November 15
International applicants
Fall semester: April 15 (January 1 for full consideration for financial aid)
Spring semester: October 15
Ph.D. Program of Study
The degree consists of a minimum of 42 credit hours in coursework, three hours of which must be dissertation writing (TXMI 9300), 16 hours must be 8000-level or above, and 30 consecutive semester hours of residency. The student’s committee typically requires that course work extend beyond the stated minimum number of credit hours. Courses taken in the M.S. program may apply. Information about courses is available on the Graduate Courses in TMI website.
Depending on your undergraduate major and previous course work, you may be required to complete undergraduate courses (this may include Chemistry, Textiles, and Textile Testing) while you are enrolled in the graduate program, and completion of these courses may be required prior to enrollment in specific graduate courses. Undergraduate credit hours do not count toward your graduate degree and are not listed on the program of study.
Core Requirements: TXMI 6520*, 8050, 8270, 8500
*TXMI 6520 is not required of students who have completed TXMI 4520 or equivalent prior to enrollment in the Ph.D. program.
Research Methodology: 6 hours or more
Concentration: 12 hours from TXMI 7710/7711, 8220, 8240, 8250, 8260, 9010
Supporting Area: 12 hours from any graduate courses approved by major professor in areas closely aligned to the student's research emphasis
Dissertation: TXMI 9300 (6 hours or more)
Doctoral Research: TXMI 9000 (3-9 hours)
The Faculty
Three merchandising faculty offer expertise in merchandising, retailing, consumer behavior, and international trade. Additionally, three other faculty with areas of specialty in historic and cultural dress and textiles offer graduate courses to complement this Ph.D. program.
Graduate assistantships provide financial assistance to students while allowing them to work closely with one or more faculty members on specific research or teaching assignments. Assistantships are funded by the College or through research grants received by the department or individual faculty. The department may also nominate a limited number of highly qualified students for university-wide assistantships. Assistantships are awarded on a competitive basis and are generally awarded on a 9-month, academic year basis. Graduate Assistantships in the TMI department are generally one-third time assistantships, requiring 13 hours of work per week during each semester.
Tuition is waived for graduate students holding assistantships but some fees must be paid by the student.
Scholarships through the college are available on a competitive basis. For more information go to www.fcs.uga.edu/ss/ and click on scholarships.
The College of Family and Consumer Sciences, of which the Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors is a part, includes three other departments: Child and Family Development, Foods and Nutrition, and Housing and Consumer Economics. One of the best computer centers at the University of Georgia is maintained in the College and makes the latest computer technology available to students. The Boyd Graduate Study Research Center houses the Science Library, one of the most highly ranked research libraries in the South.
The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia is located in Athens, Georgia, a community with an urban area population of approximately 110,000. The main campus, located on the edge of downtown Athens, covers 615 acres in Athens-Clarke County. Athens has a distinct blend of southern tradition and contemporary entertainment with a restored downtown, historic district and a world renowned music scene. The University is situated about 85 miles southwest of Springer Mountain, the beginning of the Appalachian Trail, and is easily accessible by major highways. The Apparel Mart, and other major textile and apparel facilities are within an hour's drive.
The University of Georgia is the flagship campus of the state's University System which is comprised of 35 institutions, including other major universities such as the Georgia Institute of Technology and Georgia State University in Atlanta. The University of Georgia has 2,950 faculty in 16 colleges and schools with 25,000 undergraduate students and 8500 graduate students.
Chartered in 1785, The University of Georgia is the nation's oldest Land-Grant State University with a rich tradition of excellence in its undergraduate and graduate programs. The National Science Foundation, the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education and other surveys have ranked the University of Georgia as one of the top 50 research institutions in the United States. The University has over $230 million in annual research funding and strongly supports interdisciplinary research.
The University offers a variety of athletic, recreational and cultural activities for students and faculty. Students may choose from a large selection of recreational activities, including intramural sports, and cultural activities. The Georgia Museum of Art and the Hugh Hodson School of Music offer musical events and renowned art exhibits. The Georgia Center for Continuing Education offers workshops to students and the public. The State Botanical Garden of Georgia is located two miles south of the main campus and is a 293-acre forest offering walking trails, horticultural exhibits and educational programs. The 425,000-square foot Ramsey Student Center for Physical Activities Center is the largest campus-based center of its kind in the country.
Diane Kesler
Office Manager
Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors
321 Dawson Hall
Phone: (706) 542-4888;
Fax: (706) 542-0410
email: dkesler@fcs.uga.edu
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Dr. Soyoung Kim
Graduate Coordinator
Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors
Phone: (706) 542-4887
Fax: (706) 542-0410
email: skim@fcs.uga.edu |
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Ph.D. in International Merchandising 
