Geology, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Advance to Candidacy: In addition to satisfactory completion of course requirements, students must pass an oral exam, as well as successfully defend a research proposal.

Post-Candidacy: Students complete at least 12 credits of GEOL899 Doctoral Dissertation Research as well as successfully defend and submit an original dissertation. 

Entering with an M.S. Degree

Course Title Credits
Select 12 credits of coursework with at least nine credits at the 600 level or above.12
Dissertation Research Requirement
GEOL899Doctoral Dissertation Research12
Total Credits24

Entering without an M.S. Degree

Course Title Credits
Select 30 credits of coursework with at least 21 credits at the 600 level or above.30
Dissertation Research Requirement
GEOL899Doctoral Dissertation Research12
Total Credits42