Overview

We offer a Geosciences degree at the University of Rochester. They are encouraged to start research as early as possible and are expected to spend all their time on research after having passed the qualifying exams.

Features

An integral part of the education at Rochester is the involvement of graduate students in undergraduate teaching in the early years.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Physical geology

Historical geology

Mineralogy

Sedimentology and stratigraphy

Structural geology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rochester, United States

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Geography Geology View 63 other PhDs in Earth Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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125

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100

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework done at other institutions.

Three letters of recommendation. Note that if possible, the letters should also specifically address the applicant’s writing ability.

A personal statement.

A sample of scientific writing. (e.g., a thesis or a research paper from a course—recommended, but not required)

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores. (recommended, but not required)

An English proficiency exam is required for international students. Students can complete the English Proficiency requirement by taking/reporting scores from a TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo exam

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Rochester

United States

925 - 1350 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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Programme Structure

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Tuition Fees

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Rochester

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