About the course

In the graduate program for Plant Pathology at Montana State, candidates investigate major problems in plant pathology within MSU?s state of the art agricultural facilities. Sample research projects include, but are not limited to, soil-borne diseases in cereals, the genetic root of disease resistance in field crops, cereal leaf spots, viral diseases inherent in cereals and potatoes, bacterial diseases in plants, and the biochemistry and molecular genetics of general plant diseases. Not only does this research apply to making a healthier and more robust food supply, but the research also seeks to develop new technology to manage crop pests. 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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Bozeman
Fall (August), 2024	Bozeman
Spring (January), 2025	Bozeman
Summer (May), 2025	Bozeman
Fall (August), 2025	Bozeman
Spring (January), 2026	Bozeman

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Montana State University

Graduate Record Examination General Test scores are required prior to consideration for admission. Students seeking admission to graduate status must hold a BS degree and have a record of high scholarship in areas ly related to the plant sciences. Academic record is one indicator of such potential. A traditional standard is a B (3.00 on 4.00 scale) average or better for the last two years of undergraduate or graduate work. All applications are reviewed by a departmental committee for final recommendation to The Graduate School. Successful applicants are accepted by both the department and The Graduate School. A bachelor's degree (or higher) or the equivalent from an accredited, government-recognized university. These degrees are generally four-year-long programs.

　　B average or higher from your undergraduate study (3.0/4.0 GPA, or equivalent).

　　GRE test scores. Most department require this exam, but not all. A combined score of 300 is preferable. Study and preparation before taking the GRE is recommended.

　　3 letters of recommendation.

　　A personal statement.

　　Official transcripts for all post-secondary coursework completed.

　　Evidence of English language proficiency - Internet-based TOEFL Test (iBT) 80, Paper-based TOEFL Test (PBT) 550, IELTS - 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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