Overview

The Geosciences program from The University of Arizona is research-based and have course work requirements, as well as a final requirement of an M.S. thesis or a Ph.D. dissertation.

All students who apply are considered for financial support (in the form of teaching/research assistantships, or fellowships). Almost all students admitted to our degree programs are offered financial support; M.S. students are funded for two years, and Ph.D. students are funded for four years.

Research areas

Available fields for PhD research are biogeochemistry; climate dynamics; dendrochronology, geoarchaeology; geochemistry; geochronology; geomorphology; geophysics; mineral resources; mineralogy; paleolimnology; palynology; paleontology; petrology; sedimentology and stratigraphy; structure; and tectonics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geochemistry

Analytical and Numerical Modeling in Geosciences

Ore Deposits Mapping

Mineral deposit types

Tectonic Petrology

Advanced Petrology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tucson, United States

Disciplines

Geology View 66 other PhDs in Geology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Acceptable English Proficiency credential (if required)
Statement of Purpose
Resumé / CV
Contact information for three letter writers who will write letters of recommendation; letters will be submitted electronically by your recommenders
Names of 3 faculty members in our department whose interests align with your own
Unofficial copies of transcripts showing all your course work (PDF)
Brief summary of your research interests

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Out-of-State

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12700 USD / year

≈ 12700 USD / year

Living costs

Tucson

United States

830 - 1140 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Funding

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