Overview

Earth and environmental sciences and their engineering and policy applications are at the forefront of critical issues facing society in the coming decades. Climate change, water scarcity, the growing demand on natural resources, and environmental sustainability are all challenges for the Southwest, the United States, and the global community.

The goal of the Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability program of the Northern Arizona University is to foster integrative and transformative research that lies between the traditional science and environmental engineering sub-disciplines.

Career

Career opportunities that might be pursued:

Research scientist

Post-secondary educator

Environmental consultancy supervisor

Environmental policy specialist

Resource management supervisor

Non-governmental organization leader

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Environmental Science-Policy Interface

Regional Topics in Earth and Environmental Science and Policy

Research Methods in Earth and Environmental Science

Meta-analysis In Ecology And Evolution

Plant Ecology

Microbial Ecology

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-07-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Sustainable Development Environmental Sciences View 6 other PhDs in Sustainable Development in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

NAU Graduate Online application is required for all programs.

Undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution

Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A"), or the equivalent.

Transcripts

English language proficiency

Individual program admission requirements include:

GRE revised General Test

3 letters of recommendation

Writing sample

Personal statement or essay

Resume or curriculum vitae

Tuition Fee

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International

28778 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28778 USD per year
National

27940 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27940 USD per year
In-State

11390 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11390 USD per year

Living costs for Flagstaff

1010 - 1500 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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