Overview
Features
- The Geophysics Ph.D. degree at Southern Methodist University required a minimum of two academic years of residency as a graduate student on campus or at a research facility approved by the Department faculty;
- Satisfactory defense of two original research propositions; and the preparation and public defense of a dissertation that is a significant original contribution to the advancement of science. Proficiency in a foreign language may be required by the advisory committee.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Geophysics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Other requirements
General requirements
- GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale
- A GPA of 3.25 in the major
- Majors may be in mathematics or other fields of science besides geology
- Transcripts from all institutions attended (post high school; unofficial documents can be uploaded to your application).
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- Résumé
- Statement of Purpose
- GRE Scores
- International applicants must provide English Language Proficiency scores if their degree does not meet our waiver requirements.
Tuition Fee
Funding
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