Las Cruces,
NM,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Water Science and Management in Las Cruces United States | New Mexico State University
New Mexico State University
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Las Cruces United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,023
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
New Mexico confronts significant issues regarding water resource availability, conservation, quality, oversight, and governance. Addressing these concerns will profoundly influence the local economy, ecological health, and residents' wellbeing across the state. There's a pressing demand to educate future experts in water resources - including scientists, instructors, and administrators - to tackle these problems both within and beyond New Mexico's borders. The interdisciplinary Water Science & Management graduate programs aim to equip students with advanced knowledge to solve water-related challenges at state, national, and global levels while preparing tomorrow's water specialists.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Water Science and Management include all general requirements for a graduate degree as set forth in the NMSU Catalog, plus the following-
Possession of a master's degree from an accredited university with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
However, students with grade point averages between 3.0 and 3.5 will be given consideration. This degree being preparatory to
the Water Science and Management doctorate.
Three letters of recommendation submitted directly from persons who know the applicant professionally, including a recommendation from the candidate's current employer/sponsor. These letters should provide evidence of professional ability, research experience, and the potential for professional development.
In addition, applicants to the Ph.D. program should provide evidence of capacity for research. This could include a master's thesis,
a professional paper, peer reviewed manuscripts, consulting reports, or other evidence of capacity to conduct research.
A letter of intent or statement of purpose that addresses individual professional and personal goals related to water science and management and discusses how these goals fit within the degree programs at NMSU. It is expected that the candidate will have made contact with prospective advisor(s) at NMSU and speak to how he or she would work with said advisor(s) to advance their research and study.
A brief resume or curriculum vitae not to exceed five pages that summarize the candidate's background and qualifications.
IELTS - overall 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 79
TOEFL PBT - 550
Possession of a master's degree from an accredited university with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
However, students with grade point averages between 3.0 and 3.5 will be given consideration. This degree being preparatory to
the Water Science and Management doctorate.
Three letters of recommendation submitted directly from persons who know the applicant professionally, including a recommendation from the candidate's current employer/sponsor. These letters should provide evidence of professional ability, research experience, and the potential for professional development.
In addition, applicants to the Ph.D. program should provide evidence of capacity for research. This could include a master's thesis,
a professional paper, peer reviewed manuscripts, consulting reports, or other evidence of capacity to conduct research.
A letter of intent or statement of purpose that addresses individual professional and personal goals related to water science and management and discusses how these goals fit within the degree programs at NMSU. It is expected that the candidate will have made contact with prospective advisor(s) at NMSU and speak to how he or she would work with said advisor(s) to advance their research and study.
A brief resume or curriculum vitae not to exceed five pages that summarize the candidate's background and qualifications.
IELTS - overall 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 79
TOEFL PBT - 550
Tuition
USD
18,023