Bachelor of Earth Sciences
- Eugene, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Doctor of Philosophy in Earth Sciences at Montana State University is a programme in geology, Geography and snow science research.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Formulate original research questions in Earth Sciences
- Critically evaluate scholarly evidence
- Apply rigorous research methods and communicate a substantial research contribution.
Career outcomes
- Academia
- Government
- For-profit
Curriculum
- Doctoral programme requiring 60 credits
- A qualifying exam
- A comprehensive exam and high-level thesis research. Admission is rolling with possible department deadlines
- And the GRE is not mandatory.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school diploma (first-year) with B average
- IB Diploma
- A Levels plus IGCSE
- or college credit (transfer); proof of funds for one academic year for the I-20
Minimum GPA
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80 (4.5 on new 6-point scale)
- Duolingo 110
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- High School Transcripts
- English Proficiency Evidence
How to apply
- Review the selected degree program and its deadlines. Complete the international application using the eligible application route. Submit applicable academic transcripts and English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee or obtain any authorized waiver. Review the admissions status portal for outstanding documents.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $47,466 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Eugene |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts and Sciences |
| Department | Department of Earth Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | International Cultural Service Program scholarships provide partial tuition waivers for selected new or continuing international students. Recipients must meet academic and financial criteria and perform 66-80 hours of cultural service per year. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
June 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left
Scholarships
International Cultural Service Program scholarships provide partial tuition waivers for selected new or continuing international students. Recipients must meet academic and financial criteria and perform 66-80 hours of cultural service per year.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $47,466 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The estimated living cost is $21,711 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 (4.5 on new 6-point scale), Duolingo 110, IELTS 6.5.
International Cultural Service Program scholarships provide partial tuition waivers for selected new or continuing international students. Recipients must meet academic and financial criteria and perform 66-80 hours of cultural service per year.

