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26 PhD programmes in Soil Science in North America

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The University of Arizona4,2(46)
Tucson, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Arid Lands Resource Sciences

The Arid Lands Resource Sciences program at The University of Arizona leads to the Doctor of Philosophy degree with a major in Arid Lands Resource Sciences (ALRS). The program prepares students for careers in both academic and non-academic settings.  

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$23,400/yr
Louisiana State University4,2(21)
Baton Rouge, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Plant, Environmental Management and Soil Sciences

Plant, Environmental Management and Soil Sciences from Louisiana State University faculty of the school is engaged in both applied and basic research. Most agronomy and environmental management faculty members have joint appointments between LSU and the LSU Agricultural Center. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$29,770/yr
Auburn University4,3(6)
Auburn, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences

Graduate training in this department at Auburn University enables outstanding students to achieve a high level of scholarly attainment in the Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$35,986/yr
North Carolina State University4,2(46)
Raleigh, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Soil Science

Soil scientists study and manage land and water resources to protect the environment and enhance agricultural productivity. This Soil Science program is offered at North Carolina State University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
10 years$12,607/yr
University of Wisconsin Madison4,3(13)
Madison, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Soil Science

The Department of Soil Science at the University of Wisconsin Madison is one of the oldest, largest, and most prominent soil science departments in the United States. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$25,732/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(215)
Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Soil Science

A collaboration between the Faculty of Land and Food Systems and Faculty of Forestry, the inter-faculty Soil Science Graduate Program at University of British Columbia offers opportunities for advanced study and research leading to MSc and PhD degrees.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$7,244/yr
Mississippi State University4,2(10)
Starkville, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Agricultural and Extension Education

The minimum requirement for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree is the completion of 90 semester hours of graduate credit on an approved program of study above the bachelor’s degree. The Agricultural and Extension Education PhD degree is offered at Mississippi State University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$27,637/yr
Pennsylvania State University4,4(40)
University Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Soil Science

The Soil Science graduate program at Pennsylvania State University provides opportunities for candidates interested in soil and related water resources to become a professional leader and an independent scholar.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$87,750/full
University of Tennessee Knoxville4,3(9)
Knoxville, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Plant, Soil, and Environmental Sciences, Environmental and Soil Sciences

A doctorate with a major in plant, soil, and environmental sciences and a concentration in environmental and soil sciences is offered under a multi-departmental doctoral program.  The Plant, Soil, and Environmental Sciences, Environmental and Soil Sciences program is offered by the University of Tennessee Knoxville.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$32,288/yr
The University of Vermont3,8(4)
Burlington, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Plant and Soil Science

Graduate degrees in Plant and Soil Science at The University of Vermont provide professional development for students who wish to continue their education after graduating from science oriented programs, typically in earth, biological or agricultural sciences.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$19,928/yr
University of Georgia4,1(55)
Athens, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Crop and Soil Sciences

Crop & soil scientists are responsible for the world’s food, feed & fiber supply, & conserving soil & water resources. Research in the Crop and Soil Sciences program from University of Georgia areas include Environmental Soil Science / Water Quality, Crop Management / Physiology, Turfgrass Science, Weed Science, & Plant Breeding / Genetics.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Manitoba4,2(107)
Winnipeg, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Soil Science

Teaching and research in the Soil Science (PhD) program at the University of Manitoba is focused on the sustainability and productivity of the land base, enhancement of crop and livestock production and maintenance of soil, water and food quality as affected by agriculture and other human activities

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$4,603/yr
University of Delaware4,0(37)
Newark, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Plant and Soil Sciences

The objectives of the Plant and Soil Sciences program at the University of Delaware are to equip the student with the background and techniques necessary for degree completion, opportunities for advanced study in the plant and soil sciences, and job placement.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$6,696/yr
University of Kentucky3,5(6)
Lexington-Fayette, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Integrated Plant and Soil Sciences

The Integrated Plant and Soil Sciences program at University of Kentucky provides a unique opportunity to cultivate and exploit the benefits of an interdisciplinary approach to graduate education and research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$37,326/yr
University of Hawaii at Manoa4,1(21)
Honolulu, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Tropical Plant and Soil Science

Courses in the Tropical Plant and Soil Science program from University of Hawaii at Manoa are available in tropical flower, fruit, and vegetable crop production; turfgrass and landscape management; plant physiology, breeding, and genetics; and soil science. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$44,864/yr
Colorado State University4,1(108)
Fort Collins, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Soil and Crop Sciences

The Soil and Crop Sciences program from Colorado State University  can prepare you for a challenging career in many areas including: soil and crop management, plant breeding and genetics, seed science, environmental soil science, soil resources and conservation, and ecosystem management.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$31,556/yr
University of Saskatchewan4,0(50)
Saskatoon, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Soil Science

The Soil Science graduate program at University of Saskatchewan provides core expertise in soil and environmental sciences and offers opportunities for advanced study and research leading to M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$3,029/yr
Alabama A&M University4,4(9)
Abbeville, United States

Plant and Soil Science

The Doctoral of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Plant and Soil Science derives its principal impetus from the strong commitment to research of the Department's faculty and research staff. The Plant and Soil Science program is offered by Alabama A&M University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Mississippi State University4,2(10)
Online Top 4% in Worldwide

Weed Science

This Plant and Soil Sciences PhD program from Mississippi State University offers interested students the opportunity to work with world class scientists in solving vegetation management problems.

Ph.D. Part-time Online
$22,320/full
West Virginia University4,4(8)
Morgantown, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Plant and Soil Sciences

At West Virginia University, graduate students in the Division of Plant and Soil Sciences pursue a PhD in Agricultural Sciences with an emphasis in Soil Science. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$30,024/yr

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