Study Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Geosciences at Colorado State University in the USA, Warner College of Natural Resources
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Geosciences

USA

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What will I learn?

The Department of Geosciences offers a Masters of Science degree and a Doctor of Philosophy degree. Completion of a graduate degree is excellent preparation for a career in governmental agencies, private industry, teaching, or research. The strong placement record and extensive alumni network attest to the high quality of our graduate program. Each graduate student follows a custom-tailored program of coursework and research developed with their advisor and graduate committee. Strengths of the department include diverse field-driven scientific specializations an interdisciplinary approach to addressing earth resource education and professional preparation global research interests cutting edge analytical, field, and computational facilities and close student/faculty working relationships. Geoscience helps us understand and predict the interactions between people and Earth’s systems. This is essential for solving critical economic, environmental, health, and safety challenges. Students in the Department of Geosciences gain scientific and workforce skills through both course work and experiential learning in the field and laboratory. Our Geosciences community offers individual attention, strong student-professor interactions, and career connections through our alumni and friends.

Which department am I in?

Warner College of Natural Resources

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$31,556.00 per year
Housing: $8,029, Food: $9,479, Transportation: $2,400, Personal Expenses: $1,728, Books & Supplies: $720.

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected January 2027

Start date

August 2026

Venue

Fort Collins

711 Oval Drive, Fort Collins,

Fort Collins,

Colorado,

80521, West, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Completion of a bachelors degree equivalent to a U.S. Bachelors degree from an institution that is recognized by a governmental national higher education authority (at the time the degree was earned). Transcripts of all collegiate work completed. In general, the minimum cumulative GPA for non-provisional admittance is a 3.000 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) to be admitted by the Graduate School. Departments may require a higher GPA. For admission of international applicants, the minimum grade for non-provisional admittance is a B grade equivalent. The grade equivalency is the recommended U.S. grade equivalent, not the GPA equivalent.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Colorado State University

With research projects in over 85 countries and +2000 international students, CSU has the atmosphere and influence of a globalized institution.

  • Leading research university
  • +500 undergraduate and graduate programs
  • Diverse student body representing over 100 countries
  • Leader in sustainability and environmental awareness

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