Key information Duration Full-time: 60 months Start dates & application deadlines Starting August 2027 Apply before Jan 2027 Language English
TOEFL iBT: 80 Credits 60 SCH Post Baccalaureate Minimum Credits: 90 Post Master's Minimum Credits: 60 Delivered On Campus Campus Location Cincinnati, United States Disciplines Geology Overview About the program The Department of Geology at the University of Cincinnati has strong research groups in: paleontology (paleontology and evolutionary paleoecology; our program is ranked 6th in the nation) Quaternary geology and geomorphology (glacial geology, fluvial and slope processes, desert geomorphology, and tectonic geomorphology) sedimentology and stratigraphy (sequence stratigraphy, geology of shales, and geochemical records of Earth history) tectonics (mountain building and volcanism) environmental geology (groundwater studies and landslide and seismic hazard mitigation) biogeochemistry and global change (carbon cycling, isotope geochemistry, and impacts of climate change) Programme Structure Topics include: paleontology Quaternary geology and geomorphology sedimentology and stratigraphy tectonics environmental geology biogeochemistry and global change Admission requirements Academic requirements GPA: 3 GRE: Required English requirements TOEFL iBT: 80 Other requirements General requirements For graduate programs, the university welcomes applications from students who hold a bachelor's degree (or higher) from a college or university accredited by accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV purposes or the international equivalent. Submit unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. 3 Letters of Recommendation Proof of English Language Proficiency (for international applicants) CV/Resume and Personal Statement Tuition Fees International (Non-residents): 37,875 AUD / year (≈ 26,644 USD / year) Out-of-State: 37,875 AUD / year (≈ 26,644 USD / year) Domestic (In-State): 21,183 AUD / year (≈ 14,902 USD / year) Living costs Cincinnati, United States: 1,422-2,345 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
