Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Science - Environmental Toxicology

The Department of Animal Science offers Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degree programs in a variety of disciplines related to animal science. In some cases, Interdisciplinary Options are also available. Programs of study are based on the strengths of the department and the goals of individual students. Although individual student programs vary, all graduate programs in animal science are designed to:
Provide a strong foundation in biological science and an in-depth knowledge of a specific biological discipline of importance to animal agriculture.
Develop creative potential and foster independent thought.
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the College of Natural Science, and the College of Veterinary Medicine administer the Graduate Specialization in Environmental Toxicology. The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is the primary administrative unit. The specialization is available as an elective to students who are enrolled in master's degree programs in the departments of Animal Science, Community Sustainability, Crop and Soil Sciences, Entomology, Fisheries and Wildlife, Food Science and Human Nutrition, Geological Sciences, Pathobiology and Diagnostic Investigation, Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences, and Zoology. The specialization is designed for students who are interested in combining study in their disciplines with study in environmental toxicology, and in applying their knowledge to solve environmental problems.

All Official Transcripts. Bachelor Degree is required for Admission. TOEFL PBT - 550. TOEFL IBT - 80. IELTS - 6.5. Personal/Academic statement (include with the application or send separately to the Department) Official GRE scores sent from ETS to MSU, code 1465 - (For regular admittance, tests should have been taken within two years of application date and scores must be at or above the 20th percentile in each of the three areas: verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing.) Request Official transcripts or academic records be sent directly to the Department from all institutions listed on the application. (A GPA of at least 3.0 for the Bachelor's Degree is a requirement.) Arrange for three letters of recommendation be sent to the Department directly from the referees with accompanying MSU Recommendation for Admission cover sheet.