Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027
- Starting August 2027
Language
English
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
72 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Fort Collins, United States
Disciplines
Horticulture and Crop Science
Overview
Key features
The Horticulture program offered by Colorado State University is the highest earned degree offered by universities. It is only conferred for independent work of distinction in which the student displays original scholarship of marked ability and achievement. The Ph.D. program aims to:
- Provide an opportunity for advanced study and specialization in horticulture
- Assist the student in developing proficiency in independent scientific investigation
- Allow the student to rigorously acquire and develop new knowledge, technical skills, communication skills, and creative problem-solving capabilities that enable them to conduct advanced research in horticulture.
The Ph.D. program requires that the student conducts an independent research investigation, reports the results in both a written dissertation and a peer reviewed publication, and defends the dissertation in a final oral exam, or defense.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Bioactive plant components
- Dietary intervention/cancer prevention
- Ecophysiology
- Enology
- Environmental and stress physiology
- Floriculture
- Fruit/vegetables
- Germplasm conservation
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
- Statement of Purpose: A short essay of 500 words or less outlining your academic/work experience and career goals. Please describe your specific academic interests so that we may identify appropriate potential faculty advisers.
- Two Letters of Recommendation: Letters from people who know you well and can comment on your abilities, particularly your ability to succeed in graduate school. Add the names and e-mail addresses to your application.
- Resume / CV: A brief written account of personal, educational, and professional qualifications and experiences.
- Official Transcripts: One official transcript from each collegiate institution attended; must include a certified translation into English if necessary.
- The GRE is no longer required.
- TOEFL / IELTS Score
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.
Funding
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Horticulture.
