Ph.D. Program
In addition to the M.S. program, the department offers a Ph.D. program for students who want to obtain the highest academic degree available in the field of atmospheric science. Students who earn a Ph.D. must demonstrate significant intellectual achievement, high scholarly ability, and a great breadth of knowledge.
Prerequisites
- Successful completion of an M.S. degree with thesis in the field of atmospheric science
- Demonstration of basic principles of atmospheric science and aptitude for research
- Successful completion of the department qualifying exam that includes background, methods, and current research that applies to the specific area(s) encompassing the candidate's proposed research topic
Course Requirements
- Students must complete 72 credits beyond a B.S. degree or 42 credits beyond an M.S. degree.
- Of the total credits, at least 37 beyond a B.S. degree and 21 beyond an M.S. degree must come from 500-level courses or above.
Evaluation Mechanisms
- Successful research topic proposal presentation
- Dissertation prepared under the mentorship of the student's advisor and graduate committee that meets the following criteria: displays original and creative scholarship, contributes new knowledge to the field of atmospheric science, and expresses good literate style.
- Successful defense of a dissertation before the student's graduate committee and any other members of the academic and scientific communities who desire to attend
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