Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027 — Apply before Jan 2027
- Starting January 2028 — Apply before Sep 2027
Language
English
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL® iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
42 SCH — 42 semester credits beyond the (thesis option) master’s degree (or 72 semester credits beyond the bachelor’s degree)
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Fort Collins, United States
Disciplines
Climate Studies & Meteorology
Overview
Key Features
Students who earn an Atmospheric Science Ph.D. program at Colorado State University must demonstrate significant intellectual achievement, high scholarly ability, and a great breadth of knowledge. Successful students in the Ph.D. program demonstrate the following:
- Deep knowledge in multiple areas in atmospheric science achieved through elective courses and weekly colloquia.
- Skillful ability to formulate a science problem, review literature, propose an experiment, and analyze data at a level appropriate for academic or professional success. This ability is assessed through a three-part PhD Preliminary Examination (research prospectus, written exam related to the research/prospectus, and an oral exam by the PhD Committee).
- Proficiency in (1) written communication through a dissertation and peer-reviewed research articles and (2) oral communication through presentations at professional conferences/meetings.
- For students interested in gaining teaching experience, acquire basic training in teaching through teaching assistantships and other opportunities.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Aerosol science
- Air quality
- Atmospheric chemistry
- Atmospheric radiation
- Atmospheric transport processes
- Climate change
- Climate dynamics
- Climate futures and sustainability
- Climate and societal dynamics
- Cloud dynamics
- Cloud and precipitation physics
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL® iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Successful completion of an M.S. degree with thesis in atmospheric science or related field with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
- Demonstration of basic principles of atmospheric science and aptitude for research
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 44,517 AUD / year (≈ 31,556 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 44,517 AUD / year (≈ 31,556 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 20,282 AUD / year (≈ 14,377 USD / year)
Living costs
Fort Collins, United States
1,707-2,539 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
