Overview

Agronomy is the application of plant and soil science to crop production. Agronomy emphasizes staple food crops, such as corn, rice, beans, and wheat, which are produced on a large scale and represent the foundation of our human food supply.

About the program

The Department offers graduate programs leading to a Master's or Doctoral Degree in Agronomy and Horticulture with the following areas of specialization: Plant Breeding and Genetics; Crop Physiology and Production; Soil and Water Science; Range, Forage and Turfgrass Sciences; and Weed Science.

Our degree programs at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are highly integrated with other departments to provide the best preparation for a fulfilling and exciting career.

Programme Structure

Areas of specialization include:

Plant Breeding and Genetics
Crop Physiology and Production
Soil and Water Science
Range, Forage and Turfgrass Sciences
Weed Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Agriculture Horticulture and Crop Science View 48 other PhDs in Agriculture in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Other requirements

General requirements

Do you hold a Master of Science degree in Agriculture or a related field?

Students applying to enter this PhD program without an MS must demonstrate excellence in their academic record, written and oral communication skills, and scholarly creativity and independent thought.

Be sure your application includes materials to demonstrate your excellence in these areas.

Three recommendation letters
Curriculum vitae
Personal Statement: In 1-2 pages

Tuition Fee

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International

11205 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 996 USD per credit during 96 months.
National

11205 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 996 USD per credit during 96 months.
In-State

3836 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 341 USD per credit during 96 months.

Living costs for Lincoln

926 - 1371 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 Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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