MS Plant Science at University of Arizona

Programme overview

The M.S. in Plant Science is for students seeking a solid background in plant science and experience with research techniques and experimental design. You will receive training and research opportunities in molecular, cellular, genetic, genomic and physiological aspects of plants. Core coursework consists of cross-training in plant microbiology, while electives deepen your expertise in areas related to your intended research direction.

Faculty: College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences | Duration: 2 years / 30 units | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tucson, AZ, United States

What you will study

The following courses are required for the Plant Science MS (20 units): PLS 560, Advanced Plant Biology, 4 units, minimum grade expected B PLP 550, Principles of Plant Microbiology, 4 units, minimum grade expected B PLS 592, Directed Research, 2 units (1 unit each for two 7.5-week laboratory rotations), minimum grade expected B PLS 596A, School of Plant Sciences Seminar, 2.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate College minimum (applies to all programmes; departments may add requirements): regionally accredited bachelor's degree or comparable international degree and a minimum 3.00 GPA for degree programmes on a 4.00 scale. The Graduate College does not require the GRE, though individual programmes may. Programme-specific requirements are listed in the Graduate Admissions Guide.

Domestic applicants: USD 15,500 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

International applicants: USD 35,800 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Non-Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

Spring semester begins January 13 and fall semester begins August 23 for undergraduate international students; for graduate students spring begins January 14 and fall August 25.

Graduate application deadlines are set by each department; see the Graduate Admissions Guide for departmental deadlines.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.arizona.edu/admissions

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