PhD in Plant Sciences

This doctorate in plant and soil science takes an interdisciplinary approach to the biology of plants, soils, crops and horticulture. Students design customized research projects with faculty mentors on questions of food security, land management and sustainability. Applicants follow the Graduate School's admission requirements, together with any requirements specific to the program. Graduate tuition is charged per credit hour. The program page links to the university catalog for degree requirements and course descriptions, and to information on assistantships and fellowships that graduate students may apply for after admission. Graduates become farm researchers, soil specialists, environmental advisers or professors. The program is offered at the University of Kentucky as part of its graduate offerings. Students who want to learn more can use the apply link on the program page, read about tuition and costs, and contact the academic unit that runs the program for advice on planning their studies.