Overview

A student that is initially admitted to the MS program but performs exceptionally well during the first two semesters may be invited to proceed directly toward the doctorate. Upon admission to the Geology PhD program at University of Kansas, the new student is classified as a PhD aspirant.

Features

Once the student has completed coursework, completed a satisfactory PhD dissertation proposal, and passed oral comprehensive exams, the student is advanced to candidacy and classified as a PhD candidate.

This Geology degree program at University of Kansas, usually completed in five years, requires coursework, publications and a dissertation.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Doctoral students can specialize in any area of faculty expertise, including sedimentology, paleontology, tectonics, geobiology, glaciology, geophysics and hydrogeology.

Prospective Ph.D. candidates are subject to the same initial requirements as master’s students, but the master’s degree is not a prerequisite for acceptance into the doctoral program.

A student with a strong academic background and strong performance during the first two semesters may be invited to proceed directly toward the doctorate.

The student’s advisory committee and the student construct a curriculum that offers the best preparation for the chosen field of interest and satisfies the research skills requirement.

Moreover, each student is expected to enroll in courses in supporting fields to develop a broader perspective on the geological sciences and related fields.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-06 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lawrence, United States

Disciplines

Geology View 66 other PhDs in Geology in United States

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Academic requirements

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcripts and proof of graduation: U.S. universities generally indicate on transcripts if a degree has been conferred.

3 Letters of Recommendation: You will be asked for the names and email addresses of three people who can write a recommendation letter describing your qualifications for graduate school in geology. Once you submit the application, an email will be sent requesting a letter from each person that you name. Once the applicant submits the online application form (see point 1), referees will receive an email notification with detailed instructions on how to submit a letter of reference.

Resume/CV : Please include awards, extra curricular activities (student organizations, community outreach), presentations, and publications.

Personal Statement.

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

20108 USD / year

≈ 20108 USD / year
Out-of-State

20108 USD / year

≈ 20108 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8548 USD / year

≈ 8548 USD / year

Living costs

Lawrence

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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Scholarships Information

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