Flagstaff,
AZ,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Forest Science in Flagstaff United States | Northern Arizona University
Northern Arizona University
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Flagstaff United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
31,658
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Develop expertise in designing, analyzing, and interpreting research while honing advanced communication abilities. This Forest Science PhD program challenges you to produce innovative concepts while deepening your understanding of scholarly literature and refining scientific writing through publications in leading journals. With guidance from your dissertation committee, you'll lead independent research while building essential teaching competencies, equipping you for senior roles in forestry research and academia. As the highest professional qualification in forestry, this degree opens doors to careers in both research and education. Choose from three specialized tracks: ecosystem science, forest management sciences and economics, or forest social science.
The program requires dissertation completion, where you'll showcase your ability to formulate novel ideas, demonstrate comprehensive literature knowledge, conduct rigorous research design and analysis, produce publishable scientific writing in top-tier journals, and develop fundamental teaching capabilities. You'll need strong self-motivation to drive your research agenda with support from your advisor and committee. Your work will be assessed based on the novelty and excellence of the knowledge you contribute to the field.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The NAU graduate online application is required for all programs. Admission to many graduate programs is on a competitive basis, and programs may have higher standards than those established by the Graduate College.
Admission requirements include the following:
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Undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (A = 4.0), or the equivalent.Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.
GRE revised General Test
Three letters of recommendation
Demonstrated competence in scientific research usually through completion of a Master of Science (thesis option).
Prerequisites (may be completed concurrently with the program)
15 hours of Forestry coursework
Statement of research interests
Resume or curriculum vitae
Admitted students are expected to have undergraduate educational experiences, including general education studies, that are similar to those required for a baccalaureate at Northern Arizona University.
Applicants who have earned their degree(s) from an international institution must submit official transcripts directly from the university or college. The transcripts must be in the original language of the country accompanied by an English translation. If the degree awarded and the date of award is not on the transcripts, applicants must also include a separate degree certificate document.
All transcripts become the official property of the university and cannot be returned. Failure to provide complete information may delay your admission decision. IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80.
Admission requirements include the following:
Transcripts.
Undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (A = 4.0), or the equivalent.Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.
GRE revised General Test
Three letters of recommendation
Demonstrated competence in scientific research usually through completion of a Master of Science (thesis option).
Prerequisites (may be completed concurrently with the program)
15 hours of Forestry coursework
Statement of research interests
Resume or curriculum vitae
Admitted students are expected to have undergraduate educational experiences, including general education studies, that are similar to those required for a baccalaureate at Northern Arizona University.
Applicants who have earned their degree(s) from an international institution must submit official transcripts directly from the university or college. The transcripts must be in the original language of the country accompanied by an English translation. If the degree awarded and the date of award is not on the transcripts, applicants must also include a separate degree certificate document.
All transcripts become the official property of the university and cannot be returned. Failure to provide complete information may delay your admission decision. IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80.
Tuition
USD
31,658