PhD Geosciences at Stony Brook University

Programme overview

The PhD in Geosciences offers research training in geology, geochemistry and geophysics, with concentrations including seismology and tectonics, mineral and rock physics, crystal chemistry, geochemistry, petrology, sedimentary geology, planetary geosciences and hydrogeology. Students use state-of-the-art instrumentation and facilities.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Geosciences | Duration: Minimum two consecutive semesters of full-time study; no language requirement | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

Course requirements are set with an academic advisory committee: Geosciences Research Seminar in the first fall, Geoscience Colloquium and Seminar each semester, at least one Practicum in Teaching, and electives such as Geology of Mars, Solid Earth Geophysics, Global Tectonics, Remote Sensing and Isotope and Trace Element Geology. Students complete research projects, an oral PhD preliminary examination defending a thesis proposal, and a dissertation with public defense.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in an earth or space science, or in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics or engineering; minimum B average for all undergraduate coursework and a B average in science courses; acceptance by both the department and the Graduate School. GRE General Test scores are not considered or accepted. Conditional admission is possible for applicants not meeting the degree or GPA criteria.

Requirements published at program group level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate School: the application fee is $100 (limited exceptions). Deadlines vary by program; for fall applications considered for funding the deadline is typically January 15.

Apply through the official page: https://www.stonybrook.edu/grad/admissions/apply-graduate-programs.html

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