Entomology, Ph.D.

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The Ph.D. program is geared toward teaching graduate students the tools necessary to conduct rigorous scientific research on major questions in Entomology.

Additional Requirements

This program requires 72 credit hours (at least 12 from Entomology) that may include credits earned during a master’s degree that are approved by the student’s graduate advisory committee. The program also requires an approved research proposal.

Candidates must complete the minimum requirements for the doctor of philosophy degree, plus a preliminary written examination covering knowledge related to the discipline (taken after most coursework complete) and a final oral examination.