Overview
About the program
The Department of Geology at the University of Cincinnati has strong research groups in:
- paleontology (paleontology and evolutionary paleoecology; our program is ranked 6th in the nation)
- Quaternary geology and geomorphology (glacial geology, fluvial and slope processes, desert geomorphology, and tectonic geomorphology)
- sedimentology and stratigraphy (sequence stratigraphy, geology of shales, and geochemical records of Earth history)
- tectonics (mountain building and volcanism)
- environmental geology (groundwater studies and landslide and seismic hazard mitigation)
- biogeochemistry and global change (carbon cycling, isotope geochemistry, and impacts of climate change)
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- paleontology
- Quaternary geology and geomorphology
- sedimentology and stratigraphy
- tectonics
- environmental geology
- biogeochemistry and global change
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
- Post Baccalaureate Minimum Credits: 90
- Post Master's Minimum Credits: 60
Delivered
Disciplines
Geology View 54 other PhDs in Geology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- For graduate programs, the university welcomes applications from students who hold a bachelor's degree (or higher) from a college or university accredited by accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV purposes or the international equivalent.
- Submit unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- Proof of English Language Proficiency (for international applicants)
- CV/Resume and Personal Statement
Tuition Fee
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International
15996 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1333 USD per credit during 60 months. -
National
15996 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1333 USD per credit during 60 months. -
In-State
8952 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 746 USD per credit during 60 months.
Living costs for Cincinnati
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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