Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University

    Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University

    Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University

    International students can study the Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University on the Pullman campus in United States of America. This PhD degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 6 years and is offered at the Pullman campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on July 1, 2027.

    About Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences

    Environmental and natural resource sciences comprise an association of several areas of study at WSU. These sciences focus on factors related to the understanding and management of the environment and therefore have a commonality of interest. The Ph.D. program provides opportunities for doctoral study that involve integration and interaction among these various fields of science. The cooperation of WSU's faculty in environmental and natural resource sciences fosters important exchanges of knowledge that greatly enhance interdisciplinary education. The Ph.D. dissertation should be a significant contribution to the environmental & and natural resource sciences, worthy of publication in referred international journals.

    All graduates will be able to:

    1.  To prepare students for professional careers:
      • Attain knowledge and expertise in core disciplinary areas.
      • Think critically and develop creative solutions to scientific problems.
      • Effectively communicate the results of their research.
      • Become visible members of the scientific community taking organizational and service roles.
    2. To enable students to become effective researchers and teachers:
      • Recognize important scientific problems and contribute to solving them.
      • Master the field, laboratory, data analysis and theoretical skills necessary to perform the research.
      • Write research grant proposals or otherwise obtain research funding (expectation is higher for PhD students).
      • Become effective teachers in field, laboratory and lecture-room settings.
    3. To provide scientific leadership and expertise at the local, state and national levels:
      • Attract and retain world-class faculty in appropriate disciplinary areas.
      • Assist students to engage in outreach activities.
      • Prepare students to successfully compete for jobs in industry, academia, and government.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University

    Entry Requirements

    General WSU Graduate School requirements for admission in regular status include a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 for the most recent 60 semester hours of undergraduate or 12 semester hours of graduate academic coursework. Admission to the program without subject matter deficiency requires at least 10 semester credits of completed coursework in basic biological and/or physical sciences (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics, geology, etc.). Students may be admitted with deficiency with the expectation that the deficiency will be met through completed coursework (for non-graduate program credit) within one year of admission. Original transcripts and GRE scores must be requested and sent directly to the Graduate School. SoE requires three (3) letters of recommendation from academic advisors or academic faculty. Additionally, Ph.D. applicants need a letter of support from a faculty person on the WSU campus. This can be used as one of the three letters of recommendation. A statement of purpose is also required. . International students must also provide Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score. A TOEFL score of at least 600 (Paper-Based), 250 (Computer-Based), or 96 (Internet-Based) is required.

    English Program Requirements

  • 600 TOEFL Minimum score
  • 96 TOEFLI Minimum score
  • GRE
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    Tuition and Fee Information for Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University

    Application Fee 70

    How to Apply for Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University

    Gather Your Documents

    Check the admission requirements for information about academic standards and required documents.

    Your application for admission must include:

    • Official transcripts
    • Proof of English language proficiency
    • Copy of your passport identification page or national identity card

    Get the admission application and other necessary forms.

    Prepare Your Information

    You will want to prepare some information before beginning your online application.

    • Be ready to answer questions about your anticipated visa status
    • Be ready to tell us how you meet the language proficiency requirement (through an English proficiency exam score or an exam waiver)

    You may upload electronic copies of your documents when you submit your application online. If you upload transcripts they will be considered unofficial. It is best to send transcripts separately after you submit your application.

    Complete the Application and Submit Documents

    To complete the application and submit it for our review you will need to pay the $70 application fee by credit card or wire transfer. If you have questions about paying this fee please contact us.

    If you do not wish to upload documents into the application, or do not have them ready to upload and submit, you may mail or email them to the International Undergraduate Admissions Office when you submit your application.

    Office of International Programs
    International Undergraduate Admissions
    Kruegel Hall
    PO Box 643251
    Pullman, WA 99164-3251
    USA
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