Overview

Key features

The Horticulture program offered by Colorado State University is the highest earned degree offered by universities. It is only conferred for independent work of distinction in which the student displays original scholarship of marked ability and achievement. The Ph.D. program aims to:

Provide an opportunity for advanced study and specialization in horticulture
Assist the student in developing proficiency in independent scientific investigation
Allow the student to rigorously acquire and develop new knowledge, technical skills, communication skills, and creative problem-solving capabilities that enable them to conduct advanced research in horticulture.

The Ph.D. program requires that the student conducts an independent research investigation, reports the results in both a written dissertation and a peer reviewed publication, and defends the dissertation in a final oral exam, or defense.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bioactive plant components

Dietary intervention/cancer prevention

Ecophysiology

Enology

Environmental and stress physiology

Floriculture

Fruit/vegetables

Germplasm conservation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Horticulture and Crop Science View 36 other PhDs in Horticulture and Crop Science in United States

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of Purpose: A short essay of 500 words or less outlining your academic/work experience and career goals. Please describe your specific academic interests so that we may identify appropriate potential faculty advisers.
Two Letters of Recommendation: Letters from people who know you well and can comment on your abilities, particularly your ability to succeed in graduate school. Add the names and e-mail addresses to your application.

Resume / CV: A brief written account of personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experiences.
Official Transcripts: One official transcript from each collegiate institution attended; must include a certified translation into English if necessary.
The GRE is no longer required.
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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
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Tuition Fee

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International

30656 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30656 USD per year during 36 months.
National

30656 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30656 USD per year during 36 months.
In-State

13967 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13967 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

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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