Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics

Features

• The Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics Program at University of Wisconsin Madison 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.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

• Principles of Plant Breeding
• Techniques of Plant Breeding
• Molecular Approaches for Potential Crop Improvement
• Genetic Mapping
• Plant Disease Resistance

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: 125
• TOEFL iBT: 92
• IELTS: 7

Other requirements

General requirements

• Graduate School Application: We only accept applications submitted online through the Graduate School.
• Supplementary Application: The supplementary application will appear as a part of the Graduate School's electronic application once the applicant selects Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics.
• Application Fee: Instructions for paying the application fee are available through the Graduate School's online application form.
• Statement of Purpose: Your essay should be a concise description of your reasons for choosing to study Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics at the University of Wisconsin.
• 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.
• Three Letters of Recommendation, with at least two from academic sources.
• Proof of English Proficiency

Fees and funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

• International: 36,578 AUD / year (≈ 25,732 USD / year)
• Out-of-State: 36,578 AUD / year (≈ 25,732 USD / year)
• Domestic In-State: 17,632 AUD / year (≈ 12,404 USD / year)

Living costs

Madison, United States: 1,443-2,490 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.