Entomology - PhD

University of Maryland

College Park, Maryland

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Program Setting

Department of Entomology

Attendance: In-Person
Program Faculty: 21
Program Students: Data Not Avail.
Program Details
Degree Type: Doctorate - PhD
Minimum Credits: 40
Typical Length: Data Not Avail.
Getting In
GRE Required: No
GPA Minimum: Data Not Avail.
Category: Wildlife Science
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Description

For over 100 years, the Department of Entomology has combined the best in research, extension, outreach and instruction. We focus on insect science, particularly as it bears on biodiversity, pest management, and stewardship of the environment. 

We offer both Ph.D. and M.S. degrees. Graduate students may specialize in basic and/or applied research on topics ranging from molecules to organisms to ecosystems. Degree requirements include a combination of core entomology courses, electives, and completion of a thesis or dissertation project. 

​​Our Faculty specialize in many aspects of insect science and bridge discovery of fundamental knowledge and solutions to important problems. They are highly successful at winning competitive grants, which support graduate student stipends and research projects. Several faculty members participate in interdepartmental, intercollege, and international research providing tremendous opportunities for graduate student training. ​

Costs
Tuition:
Tuition Per Semester: $19,500
Tuition Per Credit: $1,625
Total Program Tuition: Data Not Avail.
Resident Rate:
Tuition Per Semester: $8,772
Tuition Per Credit: $731
Total Program Tuition: Data Not Avail.

Assistantships Available:
Yes
% Receiving Aid:
100
The Department makes a commitment to support each full-time graduate student with a combination of research and teaching assistantships and fellowships. Ph.D. students are guaranteed five years of support during the first six years of the program.
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Other Programs In Department:
Entomology - MS
Category: Wildlife Science
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