Overview

Research in the Agronomy program from Purdue University spans genetics and crop Improvement, crop physiology and ecology, cropping systems, landscape and hydrologic processes, soils and biogeochemistry, and applied meteorology and climatology.

Features

Our cutting-edge research across the crop, soils, and climate continuum in combination with our holistic view of teaching, research, and Extension prepares you for careers in industry, government, and academia. We have nearly 100% placement of our graduates.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Agronomy graduate students work. You can join them in addressing global challenges.

Here, you will gain a broad experience: opportunities to engage students and the public through teaching and extension as well as broad research opportunities locally, across the state and overseas in a wide range of countries and continents.

The department has substantial funds available for professional travel and awards to support your experience.

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

West Lafayette, United States

Disciplines

Agriculture View 52 other PhDs in Agriculture in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Graduate School Application to the Department of Agronomy

Transcripts: Official transcripts of grades from each college or university at which you matriculated, which are to be sent to Chairman, Graduate Committee by the Registrar(s) of the respective university or universities.

Recommendation Letters (3 required)

Statement of Purpose

Application Fee: A nonrefundable fee of $60 for domestic applicants and $75 for international applicants (drawn on U.S. funds through a U.S. bank) is required for application for graduate study at Purdue University. It is University policy that no action be taken on your application until the fee is received. If you have a previous graduate record at Purdue, you are not required to pay an application fee.

English Proficiency Requirements

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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

29194 USD / year

≈ 29194 USD / year
Out-of-State

28794 USD / year

≈ 28794 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9992 USD / year

≈ 9992 USD / year

Living costs

West Lafayette

United States

1096 - 1774 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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