PhD Geosciences at University of Rochester

Programme overview

The PhD in Geosciences centres on original research under faculty supervision, with publication of several peer-reviewed articles. The department is small with a low student-faculty ratio.

Faculty: School of Arts and Sciences | Department: Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences | Duration: Normally five years of support; most coursework in first two years | Intake: Fall | Study mode: full-time | Location: Rochester, NY, United States

What you will study

Coursework builds a foundation in the focus area and broad geosciences knowledge, mostly in the first two years. Students serve as a teaching assistant for at least one semester, pass a qualifying exam in year three and defend a research thesis.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences graduate programs: three recommendation letters; personal statement; official transcripts; writing sample recommended; GRE recommended but not required. International applicants show English proficiency by TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo. Usually a STEM degree with basic geology or environmental science, maths through differential equations, and two semesters each of chemistry and physics (flexible). Contact prospective advisors before applying. Fee $70. Deadline December 15. PhD students normally receive five years of support with full tuition scholarship.

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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.

Intake: Fall

Duration: Normally five years of support; most coursework in first two years

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