Dr. Dan Ball

Professor

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Biography

Dan Ball is a Professor of Practice at Texas A&M University, specializing in Engineering Academies. With an extensive educational background in Civil Engineering from West Point and Aerospace Engineering from Auburn, he has also pursued advanced studies in Operational Research and Simulation. Throughout his career, he has served as a Retired Colonel, holding leadership positions such as Commander and CEO in various organizations focused on aviation operations and maintenance. He has been responsible for training Army Aviators, managing billion-dollar budgets, and interfacing with contracts. In his consulting role, he has taught leadership and project management to executives at the C-suite level.

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.