Fargo,
ND,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Entomology in Fargo United States | North Dakota State University
North Dakota State University
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Fargo United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
13,274
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
The Department of Entomology within the School of Natural Resource Sciences provides graduate programs for both Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees. Specialized advanced training covers diverse fields including insect behavior, biochemistry, biodiversity, biological control, chemical ecology, ecology, host plant resistance, insect pathology, pest management, molecular genetics, physiology, and systematics. Additionally, the department collaborates with interdisciplinary programs in Environmental and Conservation Sciences and Natural Resources Management. Students benefit from the department's strong partnership with the on-campus USDA Red River Valley Agricultural Research Center, offering extensive research and consultation opportunities.
Academic and research programs are customized to align with each student's goals and interests, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary entomological studies. Interested applicants can explore more about Entomology and other degree options at the School of Natural Resource Sciences by visiting https://www.ndsu.edu/snrs/.
The Ph.D. program mandates at least 90 semester credits post-B.S. (or 60 credits beyond an M.S.), along with preliminary written and oral exams focused on academic subjects, culminating in a dissertation defense based on original research.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The Department of Entomology graduate program is open to all qualified graduates of universities and colleges of recognized standing. To be admitted with full status to the program, the applicant must have adequate preparation in entomology and should be in contact with potential faculty advisors about opportunities for new students.
TOEFL ibt 79, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 105, TOEFL IBT - 550
At the baccalaureate level, the applicant must have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0, or equivalent, to attain full standing in a graduate degree program. Applicants whose last degree completed is a graduate degree may be admitted in full standing if the final GPA of that degree is at least 3.0 or equivalent.
TOEFL ibt 79, IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 105, TOEFL IBT - 550
At the baccalaureate level, the applicant must have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0, or equivalent, to attain full standing in a graduate degree program. Applicants whose last degree completed is a graduate degree may be admitted in full standing if the final GPA of that degree is at least 3.0 or equivalent.
Tuition
USD
13,274