About the course

The program leading to the Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics provides a broad exposure in the various disciplines involved with plant improvement. The program is truly interdisciplinary with faculty participants from agronomy, biochemistry, botany, entomology, genetics, horticulture, plant pathology, and statistics. Research areas include biochemical and molecular genetics, bioinformatics, biometry, cytogenetics and cytology, genecology, genetics, plant breeding, and quantitative genetics. The Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics Program has been designated a UW System Center of Excellence. The 50?60 students majoring in the program come from throughout the United States and all over the world. 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$76,734

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Madison
Summer (June), 2024	Madison
Fall (September), 2024	Madison
Spring (January), 2025	Madison
Summer (June), 2025	Madison
Fall (September), 2025	Madison

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Wisconsin - Madison

GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) May be required in certain cases, consult program. 3 Letters of Recommendation Required , Your essay should be a concise description of your reasons for choosing to study plant breeding and plant genetics at the University of Wisconsin. Please include your research interests and career goals as well as a description of your preparation for graduate study including relevant coursework, related employment, research experience, publications, presentations, awards, and honors. The essay may be submitted electronically through the Graduate School’s online application. Transcripts: We require all applicants to submit an unofficial transcript in PDF format to their online application. If an applicant is recommended for admission, then they will be required to submit their official transcript to the Graduate School. International academic records must be submitted in the original language and accompanied by an official English translation. Documents must be issued by the institution with an official seal/stamp and an official signature. GRE Scores: Graduates of U.S. institutions must submit scores from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). A minimum undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00 on the equivalent of the last 60 semester hours (approximately two years of work) or a master’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required. Applicants from an international institution must demonstrate strong academic achievement comparable to a 3.00 for an undergraduate or master’s degree.

　　The required proficiency scores are: Minimum TOEFL requirement: 92 internet (iBT), 580 paper-based test (PBT), Minimum IELTS requirement: 7.0

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

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