Fargo,
ND,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Plant Pathology in Fargo United States | North Dakota State University
North Dakota State University
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Fargo United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
13,274
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Department of Plant Pathology provides graduate programs for both Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees. These advanced programs focus on specialized disciplines including host-pathogen genetics, molecular biology and genomics, disease spread patterns, soil and seed-related pathogens, microbial ecosystems, and comprehensive disease control strategies. Academic and research plans are customized to align with each student's objectives and academic focus.
The on-campus Northern Crops Science Laboratory hosts five graduate faculty members, creating expanded possibilities for collaborative research and expert guidance.
Earning a Master of Science degree requires completing 30 semester hours in Plant Pathology or approved cross-disciplinary courses, with at least 10 credits dedicated to specialized research within the chosen field.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The Department of Plant Pathology graduate program is open to all qualified graduates of universities and colleges of recognized standing. In addition to the Graduate College requirements, the applicant must have adequate preparation in Plant Pathology or Biology.
A statement of purpose is required for admission consideration and must be uploaded to your online application.
Please include the following information in your statement:
Reasons for pursuing graduate study
Special interests within your chosen discipline
Background preparation in your proposed field of study
Relevant skills or experience that you have acquired
Three (3) letters of recommendation are required from persons familiar with your academic achievements
Submit one official transcript (statement of marks) from each college or university at which you have been enrolled or are currently enrolled. Include both undergradu-ate and graduate coursework, as well as continuing education credits (if applicable).
Official original transcripts (statement of marks) are required to be sent from each institution attended, whether or not a degree was earned, and even if courses were transferred to another university.
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, PBT -550
A statement of purpose is required for admission consideration and must be uploaded to your online application.
Please include the following information in your statement:
Reasons for pursuing graduate study
Special interests within your chosen discipline
Background preparation in your proposed field of study
Relevant skills or experience that you have acquired
Three (3) letters of recommendation are required from persons familiar with your academic achievements
Submit one official transcript (statement of marks) from each college or university at which you have been enrolled or are currently enrolled. Include both undergradu-ate and graduate coursework, as well as continuing education credits (if applicable).
Official original transcripts (statement of marks) are required to be sent from each institution attended, whether or not a degree was earned, and even if courses were transferred to another university.
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, PBT -550
Tuition
USD
13,274