Engineering
University of Wyoming, United States
The M.S. and Ph.D. programs in atmospheric science offer in-depth training in weather, climate and air quality research. Students work closely with faculty on cutting-edge projects, preparing for careers in academia, government or the environmental industry.
Faculty: College of Engineering & Physical Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Laramie, WY, United States
The results speak for themselves - graduates of our programs emerge well-prepared, stepping confidently into successful careers in atmospheric science and other technical fields ranging from academic faculty and leading government scientists to founders of their own companies.
In addition to meteorology majors, we accept applicants with undergraduate or advanced degrees in physical and chemical sciences or engineering. Those planning to continue to a Ph.D. are considered "Ph.D.-bound" and should register as a dual-degree student. This dual-degree status can be assigned at admission or after students prove their academic and research ability, with approval from their advisor or Department Head. Here are just some classes you might take getting your atmospheric science degree at UW: Dynamic Meteorology Synoptic Meteorology Objective Data Analysis Climate Science Weather Analysis & Forecasting Our M.S. requires 30 hours, including 26 coursework hours and 4 thesis research hours.
Domestic applicants: USD 7,260 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Standard graduate block tuition band (30 credits), Wyoming resident. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source
International applicants: USD 21,340 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Standard graduate block tuition band, non-resident or international. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source
Graduate application deadlines vary by programme and are set by the academic department. Graduate admission requires a completed online application, a bachelor's degree or equivalent and a 3.000 cumulative GPA; some programmes require the GRE or GMAT.
The application fee is $40 and non-refundable, paid when the application is submitted through the online application. ACT or SAT scores are not part of the admissions requirements.
Apply through the official page: https://www.uwyo.edu/admissions/apply.html
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