Overview
We've designed our doctoral-level track for students who desire a career in academia, or other careers that require advanced training in research methodology. Students may enter the track with a BS or MS degree. Typically, a student entering with a BS degree will require four years to complete the track, while a student entering with an MS will complete the track in three years.
Features
Students applying with other science or engineering degrees must have 12 credits in advanced geology and attend a Geology Field Camp, or must complete these requirements during their doctoral program. The Geological Sciences PhD advisor from University at Buffalo may require additional prerequisites depending on the course of study.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Comparative Paleobiology
- Geological Field Training
- Hydrogeology
- Advanced Ecology
- Marine Ecology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- Deadlines are different for each program and applicants should contact the department for details.
- Please apply as early as possible.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Earth Sciences Geology View 32 other PhDs in Earth Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission requirements vary by program, but here we provide some general graduate admission requirements. Once you've read these general requirements, please contact your desired department for specific advice and details on submitting your application and documents.
To be eligible for graduate study at UB, we expect:
- A B-grade or higher
- Appropriate standardized test scores (DAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MAT, MCAT, PCAT, etc.). Not all programs require test scores. See the official academic test scores section below for more information.
- Letters of recommendation.
- An internship or relevant work experience (for some programs).
Tuition Fee
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International
11550 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11550 USD per year during 60 months. -
National
11550 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11550 USD per year during 60 months. -
In-State
5655 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5655 USD per year during 60 months.
Living costs for Fairfax
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.