PhD Marine, Atmospheric, and Sustainability Sciences at Stony Brook University

Programme overview

The PhD prepares students to independently identify and approach problems in marine sciences, atmospheric sciences and sustainability, and to compete for academic positions or to direct research and assessment programs at government, private or non-governmental organizations. An MS is not required for admission.

Faculty: School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) | Duration: Most students take 5 to 6 years; 78 credits without an MS, 72 with an MS | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

Four core courses, three foundation courses (e.g. Physical, Biological, Chemical or Geological Oceanography, Foundations of Atmospheric Sciences, Perspectives on Sustainability), five specialty courses, electives, a teaching practicum, at least 28 credits of dissertation research, a preliminary examination, a dissertation proposal examination, and dissertation defense.

Career pathways

Academic positions and research and assessment leadership roles in government, private and non-governmental organizations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree (BA/BS) with cumulative GPA at least 3.0 in a related discipline or equivalent coursework; at least eight semesters of introductory coursework in mathematics, biology, chemistry, geology, physics or sustainability with more advanced work in at least one; three letters of recommendation; official transcripts; personal statement naming research areas and potential advisors; GRE not required but considered. International applicants: TOEFL iBT 90 (paper 600, computer 230) or IELTS 6.5.

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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