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
- Apply before
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While applications are accepted at any time throughout the year, prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply by January 1 for fall.
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology Astronomy & Space Sciences Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 23 other PhDs in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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- 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/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31766 USD per year during 36 months. -
National
31766 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31766 USD per year during 36 months. -
In-State
15568 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15568 USD per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Fort Collins
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Atmospheric Science.
Available Scholarships
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