Overview

Key facts

The PhD in Environmental Science at Georgia Southern University is the only degree of its kind in the state of Georgia! Our environmental science doctoral degree qualifies graduates to meet the growing statewide and national demand for professionals trained in an interdisciplinary science, technology, education and mathematics field that focuses on environmental science and sustainability.
There is a growing public interest in the hazards facing the environment. With widespread population growth, industrialization and urban sprawl, the world is in need of more environmental scientists who use their knowledge and expertise to protect the environment and human health.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Integrative Environmental Science
Genes Organisms and Ecosystems
Biogeochemical Cycles
Applied Statistics
Spatial Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

78 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Statesboro, United States

Disciplines

Environmental Sciences View 116 other PhDs in Environmental Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

For potential admission to the College of Graduate Studies to pursue graduate work leading to the PhD in Environmental Science, the applicant:

Must have completed requirements for the bachelor’s or master’s degree in a college accredited by the proper regional accrediting associations.
Must complete the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) (scores must be sent to the College of Graduate Studies) with a combined verbal and quantitative score typically at 300 or above.
Must complete the TOEFL Exam with scores sent to the College of Graduate Studies (international students only).
Must submit a statement of research interests and career goals as pertains to pursuing a PhD in Environmental Science.
Must submit three letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant’s academic or professional experience.
Typically, will have a minimum 2.8 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) for all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

27844 USD / year

≈ 27844 USD / year
Out-of-State

27844 USD / year

≈ 27844 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6802 USD / year

≈ 6802 USD / year

Living costs

Statesboro

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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