PhD in Plant Sciences

The doctorate in Plant and Soil Sciences prepares researchers for jobs as agronomists, entomologists, microbiologists, horticulturists, plant pathologists and soil scientists. These specialties support productive farms and forests, help solve environmental problems and strengthen the state economy. Students can focus on crop science, insects, microbial science in applied and environmental settings, horticulture, plant disease or soils, using a mix of classes and original research. The program accepts applicants in fall, spring and summer, and asks for a statement of purpose, three recommendations and GRE results. The program is part of the Davis College in Morgantown. Prospective students apply through graduate admissions, where each program sets its own document list and publishes which terms accept new students. International applicants send extra materials on top of the program's own list.