Soil Science, Ph.D.

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The Ph.D. program allows graduate students to use the research-oriented tools learned during a master’s program to conduct research on a major question surrounding soil science.

Additional Requirements

This program requires 72 credit hours (at least 12 from Soil Science) that include credits earned during a master’s degree that are approved by the student’s graduate advisory committee and an approved research plan.

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