Soil Science (Ph.D., M.S., minor)

Description

The Crop and Soil Science department offer graduate programs, with specialization in various fields of soil science, leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. Supporting coursework is chosen for each student from the basic sciences and other related fields. Original research is an essential part of M.S. and Ph.D. programs.

Each program is individually designed by the student and his or her graduate committee. The student chooses a major professor and representatives of their major field of study. Faculty research specializations in soil science include soil fertility, nutrient management, water quality, soil conservation, pedology, soil geomorphology, soil genesis, soil biogeochemistry, soil geochemistry, soil ecology, mineral-organic matter interactions, agricultural soils, and forest soils.

Campus

Corvallis

Contact

Primary and MAIS Contact
Manoj Shukla
Soil Science Program Director
Applications Contact
Rachel Swindon
541-737-1286

Application process

Required Tests
None

English Language Requirements

English language requirements for international applicants to this program are the same as the standard Graduate School requirements.

Requirements Notice

Application requirements, including required documents, letters, and forms, vary by program and may not be completely represented here. The processing of your application will not be completed until these requirements have been met. Please, before applying to this program, always contact the program office to confirm application requirements.

Application Process

Deadlines

Admissions Deadline for all applicants

  • Fall term 2025 - Aug. 26
  • Winter term 2025 - Dec. 9
  • Spring term 2025 - March 2
  • Summer term 2025 - May 25

Funding Deadline for all applicants
Contact department

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MAIS Participation

This program may serve as a primary, secondary, or third field of study in a MAIS degree.