Overview

Agricultural Automation Engineering scientists at Washington State University work to provide engineering solutions to crop production problems in agriculture.

Features

From seed to table, our researchers collaborate with the growers, harvesters, and food processors plus the industry that supports them to develop new technologies for the economic growth and environmental sustainability of agriculture.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Development of wireless sensor networks for real-time yield monitoring and tracking of fruit;

Remote and contact sensing of soils and plants; automated and targeted pest management systems;

Vegetable and fruit post harvest handling;

Smart and/or robotic agricultural machinery; on-machinery crop sensing and control systems; and

Sensor-based field operation management.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pullman, United States

Disciplines

Agriculture View 52 other PhDs in Agriculture in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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105

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Contact information for 3 references

Your Personal Letter or Statement of Intent

This is approximately a 1-3 page essay stating your academic goals and research interests while at WSU, and your career goals upon graduation. Be sure to include your name at the top of your statement.

Payment of the application fee ($90.00 US)

Transcripts – A copy of the unofficial transcript is acceptable for the department’s review process; however, if recommended for admission, the applicant will need to provide official transcripts. Please see the requirements for International Applicants.

English proficiency test scores should be sent from the testing agency directly to Washington State University (University Code #4705). A TOEFL score of 75 (or above) or IELTS score of 6.5 (or above) or Duolingo score of 105 (or above) is required for International Applicants.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

15109 USD / year

≈ 15109 USD / year
Out-of-State

15109 USD / year

≈ 15109 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7041 USD / year

≈ 7041 USD / year

Living costs

Pullman

United States

904 - 1507 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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General requirements

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