Soil Science, M.S.

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The M.S. program is geared toward teaching graduate students the tools necessary to conduct rigorous scientific research in soil science.

Plan A (Thesis)

Plan A requires the university minimum degree requirements and an oral final examination.

Plan B (Non-thesis)

Plan B is available and requires 30 hours of graduate coursework and the preparation of a professional paper (content and form compatible with publication in a scientific journal). An oral defense of the paper(s) is also required.

Additional Requirements

This program requires 30 credit hours (at least 12 from Soil Science) approved by the student’s graduate advisory committee and an approved research plan.