Program Overview

Entomology Doctor of Philosophy

About the Program

The Entomology Doctor of Philosophy program at The Ohio State University is designed to provide students with an advanced understanding of insect biology. The program aims to meet the following goals:

• Students will acquire an advanced understanding of insect biology at the molecular, cellular, organ, organismal, population, community, ecosystem, and biosphere levels, to discover system-level interconnections.
• Students will understand the economic threats and ecosystem services attributed to insects and how these can shape scientific discovery, policy formation, and management decisions.
• Students will demonstrate an ability to perform research, to apply critical and creative thinking and an ethical framework to address cross-disciplinary issues, and to communicate effectively to multiple audiences.

Program Requirements

The PhD program requirements can be found on the Entomology department's website.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

International graduates of this major are eligible to apply for up to three years of work permission in the United States after graduation, as per the Department of Homeland Security.

Program Information

The Entomology Doctor of Philosophy program is located at: 216 Kottman Hall 2021 Coffey Road Columbus, OH 43210

Research Areas

The program has a large faculty with diverse research interests, attracting students from across the U.S. and around the world.

International Students

International study at Ohio State is available, with additional requirements to apply and after admission.

Graduate Curriculum

The graduate curriculum is designed to meet the program's goals, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of entomology and preparing them for careers in research, policy, and management.