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PhD Earth Science at University of Colorado Boulder

University of Colorado Boulder, United States

Programme overview

Earth Science is a research-oriented department affiliated with CIRES, INSTAAR, LASP, the Museum of Natural History and the Center for Astrobiology, with related study in geography, planetary sciences, atmospheric sciences and chemistry.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Geological Sciences  |  Duration: At least 30 coursework credits plus 30 dissertation credits  |  Location: Boulder, CO, United States

What you will study

At least 30 credit hours at the 5000 level or above (20 at CU Boulder), with ERTH 5101 and 5102 required, plus at least 30 hours of doctoral dissertation. Each student has a primary advisor and advisory committee.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Earth Science PhD: applicants are evaluated holistically on undergraduate preparation, personal statement, research interests and letters of recommendation; the GRE is not required. Entering students normally have at least 24 credit hours of basic geological sciences and two semesters each of chemistry, physics and calculus, though other science, mathematics or engineering preparation may substitute in part.

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 applications are submitted online to the Graduate School; the nonrefundable application fee is $60 for domestic applicants and $80 for international applicants. Deadlines are set per programme.

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