Syracuse,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Earth Sciences in Syracuse United States | Syracuse University
Syracuse University
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Syracuse United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
35,010
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Earth Sciences Ph.D. program is perfect for those pursuing academic, research, or professional paths requiring an advanced degree. Doctoral candidates conduct extensive independent research, culminating in a written dissertation and defense.
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences provides graduate students with fieldwork, lab, and computational research opportunities across Earth's interior, surface, and geological timescales. Many faculty direct global research initiatives, enabling students to collaborate with renowned experts worldwide. Cutting-edge analytical and computational resources support innovative Earth Sciences research. Interdisciplinary M.S. and Ph.D. programs cover diverse fields including:
Tectonics
Geomorphology
Hydrogeology & Hydrology
Sedimentology
Thermochronology
Environmental Geology
Biogeochemistry
Isotope Geochemistry
Computational Geophysics
Paleobiology
Paleolimnology
Global Environmental Change
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Admission
Applicants must hold a minimum of a B.S. or B.A. degree. Incoming students are expected to have two semesters of the following courses: calculus, chemistry, and physics or biology, as well and at least three Earth science courses, such as: Paleobiology, Sedimentology, Mineralogy, Structural Geology, Geochemistry, Geophysics, Climatology, Geomorphology and/or Hydrogeology. Any missing coursework must be completed during the first two years of graduate study.
We evaluate applications based on fit with your advisor, grades and GPA, coursework, personal statement, research experience, and letters of recommendation. International/non-native English speakers must present scores from one of the Syracuse University approved proficiency examinations. While we require a minimum composite TOEFL score of 85 and no sub-score below 20, competitive applicants typically have scores > 100.
Applicants must hold a minimum of a B.S. or B.A. degree. Incoming students are expected to have two semesters of the following courses: calculus, chemistry, and physics or biology, as well and at least three Earth science courses, such as: Paleobiology, Sedimentology, Mineralogy, Structural Geology, Geochemistry, Geophysics, Climatology, Geomorphology and/or Hydrogeology. Any missing coursework must be completed during the first two years of graduate study.
We evaluate applications based on fit with your advisor, grades and GPA, coursework, personal statement, research experience, and letters of recommendation. International/non-native English speakers must present scores from one of the Syracuse University approved proficiency examinations. While we require a minimum composite TOEFL score of 85 and no sub-score below 20, competitive applicants typically have scores > 100.
Tuition
USD
35,010