DeKalb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Geography in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The Geography Ph.D. program emphasizes self-directed study and analytical thinking via research, practical implementation, and instruction. This tailored degree allows students to specialize in particular interests while collaborating with professors on research projects that match their professional aspirations. Applicants to the Geography Ph.D. program need to fulfill all Graduate School admission criteria, hold a bachelor's or master's in geography, environmental science, meteorology, soil science, or a similar discipline, and possess academic preparation comparable to Northern Illinois University's B.S. degree standards.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A student seeking admission to the Ph.D. program in geography must meet all the requirements for admission to the Graduate School, must have a baccalaureate or master's degree in geography, environmental science, meteorology, soil science or related field, and should have a background equivalent to that required for the B.S. degree at Northern Illinois University. An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt. Normally, to be considered for admission, a non-U.S. citizen shall have completed a four-year undergraduate degree. A minimum 2.75 overall GPA on a 4.00 system or a 3.20 GPA with 15 or more semester hours of graduate work at an accredited institution.
Tuition
USD
18,180