East Lansing,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Crop and Soil Sciences in East Lansing United States | Michigan State University
Michigan State University
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East Lansing United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,904
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Students should pursue courses offering a comprehensive foundation in biological and physical sciences alongside specialized training. The PhD program is designed to deliver an excellent education in crop and soil science, preparing graduates with research, teaching, and extension capabilities for careers requiring a doctoral degree. The Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences mandates that all graduate students engage in substantial teaching or extension work and demonstrate competence in writing and presentation skills as part of their studies. This teaching/extension component should be a valuable, relevant educational experience. Students who fulfilled this requirement during their CSS Master's program are exempt from repeating it. While earning a master's degree before entering a doctoral program is often recommended, it's not compulsory. Those aiming for a doctorate without a master's must first complete 30 semester credits beyond their bachelor's degree as master's candidates, after which they may request a status change to PhD through a formal letter to the Graduate Programs Committee.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All Official Transcripts. TOEFL PBT - 550. TOEFL IBT - 80. IELTS - 6.5.
The university application, including 'Statement of Purpose.' Do not send the application fee. If you are accepted by the Department we will pay this for you.
Plant Pathology Program departmental application. In printable pdf format.
Three (3) letters of recommendation from individuals qualified to assess your potential in a graduate program.
Official copies of all transcripts from institutions of higher education
TOEFL Scores. International students are required to take the TOEFL. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 paper-based. Minimum score of 80 for internet-based test (iBT) with no subscore below 19 for reading, listening and speaking, no writing subscore below 22).
When deciding whether to apply to our department, keep in mind that the most successful applications have grade point averages of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 point scale. Students with previous experience in the area of study may be given special consideration.
The university application, including 'Statement of Purpose.' Do not send the application fee. If you are accepted by the Department we will pay this for you.
Plant Pathology Program departmental application. In printable pdf format.
Three (3) letters of recommendation from individuals qualified to assess your potential in a graduate program.
Official copies of all transcripts from institutions of higher education
TOEFL Scores. International students are required to take the TOEFL. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 paper-based. Minimum score of 80 for internet-based test (iBT) with no subscore below 19 for reading, listening and speaking, no writing subscore below 22).
When deciding whether to apply to our department, keep in mind that the most successful applications have grade point averages of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 point scale. Students with previous experience in the area of study may be given special consideration.
Tuition
USD
28,904