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PhD of Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability
- Flagstaff, United States
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Doctor of Philosophy in Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability is a 3-year graduate programme offered by School of Earth and Sustainability at the NAU Flagstaff campus.
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
- Develop advanced knowledge of Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability and apply creative methods
- Develop and critique original work
- And communicate design or artistic intentions.
Career outcomes
- Climate Change Policy Analysts
- Environmental Restoration Planners
- Environmental Science Teachers (Postsecondary)
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists
- Geoscientists
- Hydrologists
- Natural Sciences Managers
Curriculum
- Plan of 60 units over about 3 years. Study is organised as Common Courses (7 units)
- Graduate Seminar (2 units)
- Professional Experience (6 units)
- Research Methods Courses (3 units)
- Emphasis (27 units). Choices include Climate and Environmental Change
- Earth Systems
- Ecology
- Evolution and Conservation Biology
- Environment and Society.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree or higher (a master's degree for some doctorates) from a regionally accredited US institution or officially recognised equivalent
- Typically with 3.0 GPA
- Transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 105) and programme materials such as statement of purpose
- Recommendations
- CV or GRE where listed in the catalog.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree or higher from a regionally accredited US institution or equivalent from an internationally recognised institution.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- CV or Resume.
How to apply
- Check requirements: bachelor's degree with 3.0 GPA
- English proof
- Deadlines vary by programme. Complete the NAU international graduate application and pay the 75 USD fee. Upload unofficial transcripts (with English translation)
- English scores
- any programme items such as statement of purpose
- Recommendations
- CV or GRE. After admission send official transcripts and proof of funds to receive the I- Apply for the F-1 visa with the I-20.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $35,422, $33,800 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Flagstaff |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences |
| Department | School of Earth and Sustainability |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | University scholarship eligibility, Funding and application conditions require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is $35,422, $33,800 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,443 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 105.