IDP Education
/Colleges and Universities
/United States
/West Virginia University
/Doctor of Philosophy, Plant and Soil Sciences, Ph.D.

Doctor of Philosophy, Plant and Soil Sciences, Ph.D.

At West Virginia University

Location

United States

Qualification

Doctoral degree

Fees

USD31914

(2026)

Duration

1 Semester(s)

Next intake

11.01.2027

Entry Score

6.5

IELTS

Course info

The educational experience obtained through courses and research is expected to provide students with the background and expertise to enter professional careers as agronomists, entomologists, microbiologists, horticulturists, and plant pathologists or soil scientists. These disciplines are critical to maintaining agriculture and forest productivity, solving environmental problems, and promoting economic development in the state.

Scholarships View all scholarships
Internships

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 1 Semester(s)

Fees: USD31914

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2027	Morgantown
Summer (May), 2027	Morgantown
Fall (August), 2027	Morgantown
Spring (January), 2028	Morgantown
Summer (May), 2028	Morgantown

Entry requirements for West Virginia University

To be eligible for the Plant and Soil Sciences graduate program, applicants must submit three letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and GRE scores, along with a bachelor's degree from a properly recognized institution and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (some programs may require higher), and only applications with all requirements completed will be considered for admission.

Book IELTS | About IELTS | Practice and prepare

Application Deadline

31/10/2026

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at West Virginia University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.