University Park,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Agricultural and Environmental Plant Science in University Park United States | Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania State University
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University Park United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
44,990
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Agricultural and Environmental Plant Science graduate program focuses on research to enhance agronomic and horticultural crop productivity, elevate food quality for humans and livestock, advance fiber production, deepen understanding of the soil-plant-animal-climate system humans inhabit, and enhance environmental quality. Students can concentrate on specific areas within horticulture or agronomy, including turfgrass studies. Specialization options encompass plant genetics and breeding, agricultural ecosystems, crop system management, plant-soil relationships with microbiome studies, plant molecular biology, climate adaptation strategies, stress physiology, international agriculture, biotechnology applications, fruit and vine sciences, vegetable cultivation, weed management, and horticultural business practices.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants apply for admission to the program via the Graduate School application for admission.
Applicants should have a B.S., B.A. or comparable degree in agricultural or biological sciences with strong academic performance. Students from other majors will be considered provided they have academic background that includes biological sciences, chemistry, and mathematics. Expected course background varies with the intended area of concentration, but botany or plant science courses, statistics, soils, and chemistry are recommended. Students who lack some of the prerequisite courses may be provisionally admitted but may be required to take these courses without degree credit. Ph.D. applicants should have a M.S. degree in a related field or significant research experience.
Scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general tests are not required for admission.
A minimum junior/senior grade-point average 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) is required in all courses in the biological and physical sciences. Exceptions to these requirements may be made for students with special backgrounds, abilities, and interests.
Applicants must submit a statement of interests and goals and three letters of reference.
International applicants must take and submit scores for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), with the exceptions noted below. The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 550 for the paper-based test, 213 for the computer-based test, or a total score of 80 with a 19 on the speaking section for the Internet-based test (iBT). Applicants with iBT speaking scores between 15 and 18 may be considered for provisional admission, enrollment, and, if necessary, remedial course work. The minimum composite score for the IELTS is 6.5. Revised TOEFL PBT July 2017 and later 60
Applicants should have a B.S., B.A. or comparable degree in agricultural or biological sciences with strong academic performance. Students from other majors will be considered provided they have academic background that includes biological sciences, chemistry, and mathematics. Expected course background varies with the intended area of concentration, but botany or plant science courses, statistics, soils, and chemistry are recommended. Students who lack some of the prerequisite courses may be provisionally admitted but may be required to take these courses without degree credit. Ph.D. applicants should have a M.S. degree in a related field or significant research experience.
Scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general tests are not required for admission.
A minimum junior/senior grade-point average 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale) is required in all courses in the biological and physical sciences. Exceptions to these requirements may be made for students with special backgrounds, abilities, and interests.
Applicants must submit a statement of interests and goals and three letters of reference.
International applicants must take and submit scores for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), with the exceptions noted below. The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 550 for the paper-based test, 213 for the computer-based test, or a total score of 80 with a 19 on the speaking section for the Internet-based test (iBT). Applicants with iBT speaking scores between 15 and 18 may be considered for provisional admission, enrollment, and, if necessary, remedial course work. The minimum composite score for the IELTS is 6.5. Revised TOEFL PBT July 2017 and later 60
Tuition
USD
44,990