Overview

Key Features

Students who earn an Atmospheric Science Ph.D. program at Colorado State University must demonstrate significant intellectual achievement, high scholarly ability, and a great breadth of knowledge. Successful students in the Ph.D. program demonstrate the following:

Deep knowledge in multiple areas in atmospheric science achieved through elective courses and weekly colloquia.
Skillful ability to formulate a science problem, review literature, propose an experiment, and analyze data at a level appropriate for academic or professional success. This ability is assessed through a three-part PhD Preliminary Examination (research prospectus, written exam related to the research/prospectus, and an oral exam by the PhD Committee).
Proficiency in (1) written communication through a dissertation and peer-reviewed research articles and (2) oral communication through presentations at professional conferences/meetings.
For students interested in gaining teaching experience, acquire basic training in teaching through teaching assistantships and other opportunities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aerosol science

Air quality

Atmospheric chemistry

Atmospheric radiation

Atmospheric transport processes

Climate change

Climate dynamics

Climate futures and sustainability

Climate and societal dynamics

Cloud dynamics

Cloud and precipitation physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-01 00:00:00

More details

While applications are accepted at any time throughout the year, prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply by January 1 for fall.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

80 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Astronomy & Space Sciences Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 23 other PhDs in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of an M.S. degree with thesis in atmospheric science or related field with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
Demonstration of basic principles of atmospheric science and aptitude for research

Tuition Fee

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International

31766 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31766 USD per year during 36 months.
National

31766 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31766 USD per year during 36 months.
In-State

15568 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15568 USD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Fort Collins

1210 - 1800 USD /month

Living costs

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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