Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Environmental Engineering in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
34,880
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Environmental Engineering PhD is a rigorous doctoral program within the College of Engineering, equipping students with the expertise to develop comprehensive solutions for global environmental challenges affecting human health and ecosystems. Master biological, chemical, and physical approaches to mitigate the impacts of climate change and ongoing ecological degradation. This flexible doctorate enables focused investigation into specialized research areas, with options to join existing faculty-led projects or create independent studies. Current faculty research spans advanced water treatment technologies, environmental contaminants, biotechnological applications, contaminant behavior analysis, flood mapping, industrial wastewater solutions, and hydrological systems. Graduates emerge prepared to innovate sustainable environmental solutions while gaining qualifications for academic positions. Evening courses with limited enrollment ensure scheduling adaptability, with curriculum planning secured through 2020 for seamless progression. The program cultivates multifaceted engineering perspectives, preparing graduates for careers in academia, industry, or research. Students benefit from a diverse, close-knit community representing varied cultural and international backgrounds.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Master's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A master's degree is not required, but preferred.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A bachelor's degree is required.
University regulations stipulate that the applicant must have earned a 3.0 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale in her/his undergraduate studies,
Statement of Goals: Describe your relevant technical experiences, career goals, and specific research interests in one to two pages, ensuring that you have clearly identified your area of interest within the field of civil and environmental engineering.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: 6.5
550 on the paper-based (PBT)
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A bachelor's degree is required.
University regulations stipulate that the applicant must have earned a 3.0 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale in her/his undergraduate studies,
Statement of Goals: Describe your relevant technical experiences, career goals, and specific research interests in one to two pages, ensuring that you have clearly identified your area of interest within the field of civil and environmental engineering.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: 6.5
550 on the paper-based (PBT)
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Tuition
USD
34,880