Chicago,
IL,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Geophysical Sciences in Chicago United States | University of Chicago
University of Chicago
|
Chicago United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
59,352
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The department supports graduate students pursuing a Ph.D. in earth, planetary, geological, and environmental sciences within physical and chemical disciplines, as well as mathematical, computational, and informational sciences. It also encompasses paleoclimatology, paleoceanography, paleontology, and paleobiology within the broader scope of biological and historical sciences. The Ph.D. represents the student's comprehensive understanding of challenges, methodologies, and knowledge across these diverse fields. It also recognizes the candidate's original contributions to specialized research through experimental, observational, or theoretical work. The program additionally grants an M.S. degree, acknowledging advanced scholarship beyond undergraduate studies. Prospective students should note that the program is primarily designed for those aiming to earn a Ph.D.
The Department of Geophysical Sciences was established in 1961 by merging the university's geology and meteorology departments. This unification aimed to foster interdisciplinary research and scholarship focused on Earth, its cosmic context, and its environmental and biological evolution.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants to our graduate and professional programs are expected to be enrolled in or to have completed a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university. Applicants from a three-year bachelor’s program will be given due consideration. Because all of our programs feature competitive admission, no particular academic degree or background will guarantee admission to one of our graduate divisions.
English language requirements:
The minimum required score for the TOEFL is 104 overall, with 4 sub scores of 26 each. Minimum required scores in the IELTS are an overall score of 7, with sub scores of 7 each.
Tuition
USD
59,352