The Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering offers courses of study leading to the Master of Science in biological and agricultural engineering, and the Doctor of Philosophy in engineering.
Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Ph.D.
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- UnknownTuition Fee960 USD/creditTuition Fee425 USD/creditTuition Fee
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The department consists of 13 graduate faculty members, about 25 graduate students, and five adjunct graduate faculty members.
A generalized Doctoral program is offered by the College of Engineering through each department. The traditional areas of specialization are integrated into the following five interdisciplinary areas:
- energy utilization
- informational systems
- materials engineering
- systems engineering
- bio-environmental engineering
Award of a doctorate requires successful completion of the equivalent of at least three full years of full-time study beyond the baccalaureate as well as completion of a major research study reported in a doctoral dissertation.
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 36 months
- Credits 90 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Ph.D. students may specialize in:- Environmental engineering
- Bioprocessing engineering
- Information and electrical technology
- Machinery systems
- Natural resource engineering
- Structures and environment.
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General Requirements
Admission requirements:
- Submit Online Application
- Pay the $80 USD Application Fee
- Submit Transcripts
- Submit Copy of Passport
- Submit Affidavit of Financial Support and Bank Statement
Tuition Fee
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425 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 425 USD per credit and a duration of 36 months.
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- 900 - 1400 USD/monthLiving Costs
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Funding
Most graduate students are able to finance their education with a variety of financial assistance tools specific to graduate school:
- Graduate Assistantships: Funded by individual departments and graduate programs, teaching, research and graduate assistantships are awarded based on a student's ability and promise.
- Graduate Fellowships
- Loans: Loans are available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents who have successfully applied for financial assistance
- Traineeships: Traineeships are offered through the university or departments that have federally supported traineeships.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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