The Department of Geosciences offers studies leading to a Ph.D. in Geosciences to students who are seeking to develop the capability for research or professional careers. This degree requires completion of a prescribed course of study in geosciences, satisfactory performance on a comprehensive examination, and independent completion of original research that results in a publicly defended dissertation that contributes significantly to geoscientific knowledge.
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- Apply to the Graduate College and satisfy the minimum admissions requirements of the Graduate College. International applicants must satisfy the international admissions requirements.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree in geology or a related discipline from a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher learning or from a non-U.S. institution of higher education that is judged equivalent to a U.S. baccalaureate degree by the International Admissions Office.
- Earned at least a 3.00 grade point average out of a 4.00 scale during the last two years of academic work.
- A letter of intent outlining your plans for the future, including what you would like to study and the faculty member or members you have contacted and would like to study under while in the program.
- A professional resume listing educational training, any awards, publications, poster presentations, and grant applications.
- A sample of your scientific writing (publication, technical document, scientific abstract, or from prior coursework).
- College Course Summary Form: http://earth.boisestate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/GradColCrseSum.pdf.
- Three letters of recommendation.
| Doctor of Philosophy in Geosciences | |
|---|---|
| Course Number and Title | Credits |
| Geosciences courses (GEOG, GEOPH, or GEOS) approved by the supervisory committee and by the graduate programs committee | 16 |
| Additional elective courses in related fields as approved by the supervisory committee and by the graduate programs committee | 16 |
| GEOS 601 Introduction to Research Program Development | 1 |
| GEOS 598 Graduate Seminar Enrollment in Graduate Seminar is required each semester of all graduate students on campus; one credit may be applied towards graduation. | 1 |
| GEOS 687 Doctoral Preliminary Examination | 1 |
| GEOS 691 Doctoral Comprehensive Examination | 1 |
| GEOS 693 Dissertation | 30 |
| Total | 66 |
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Graduate Assistantships are available on a limited basis. The GA waives all tuition and fees and pays a stipend of approximately $9,000 for the academic year, and requires 20 hours of work per week throughout the semester. Contracts are not automatically renewed, but students may apply for a second year.
Scholarships
If you are interested in scholarship information please visit our Scholarship Page for new and transfer students.
If you are new to the scholarship process view our Frequently Asked Questions.
Program Contact
Geosciences@boisestate.edu
Phone: (208) 426-2902
Environmental Research Building 1160, MS1535
Program Coordinator
Dr. Alejandro Flores
lejoflores@boisestate.edu
Phone: (208) 426-2903
Department: Geosciences Department
Website
You can visit the Geosciences PhD website for additional information.
Admission Deadlines
In order to be considered for the Geosciences, Ph.D. program, the Graduate application, official transcripts, and all related admission materials and requirements must be turned in by:
Fall
Final: December 15
Spring
Final: September 15