About the course

Our Ph.D. program in Agricultural Sciences prepares students to skillfully preserve, enhance, defend, and distribute our natural resources.

　　The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Agricultural Sciences is achieved through exciting and intensive study and research opportunities in each student’s desired area of interest. Upon graduation, these future professionals have obtained the tools and skills to develop and fund research programs, lead careers with various businesses and agencies, and excel in academic teaching and research positions.

　　Challenging, yet rewarding this comprehensive doctoral program prepares students to excel in their chosen agricultural profession. Graduates contribute their skills to the public and private sectors in a variety of fields, including forestry, renewable energy, food production, policy, and biotechnology.

　　Through applied research, study, and with the guidance and contributions of our accomplished professors, students develop expertise in their area of emphasis in the social, physical, and biological sciences. Our stimulating coursework is accompanied by real-world and hands-on research and enrichment to provide students with knowledge and instill confidence to promote success in their profession. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$122,427

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Carbondale
Summer (June), 2024	Carbondale
Fall (August), 2024	Carbondale
Spring (January), 2025	Carbondale
Summer (June), 2025	Carbondale
Fall (August), 2025	Carbondale

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

3.0 on all previous graduate level coursework (approximately a B+ average) (some exceptions apply)

　　An applicant was awarded a Master's degree at an accredited college/university in the United States and has been in residence in the United States continuously prior to application to SIU (not out of the country for more than one calendar year).

　　You have a minimum of 60 graded (A, B, C) hours of recent coursework completed at an accredited college / university in the United States with continuous residence in the United States prior to application at SIU. Pass / Fail, Satisfactory / Unsatisfactory, or Proficiency credit is not acceptable.

　　550 on the paper-based TOEFL

　　80 on the internet-based TOEFL

　　6.5 on the IELTS

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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