Program Overview

Program Overview

The Animal Sciences PhD degree program is designed to emphasize original, scholarly research and includes significant advanced course work. Admission to the program usually requires a master's degree from a recognized graduate program, although evidence of exemplary potential may be considered as a criterion for admission with a bachelor's degree.

Admission Criteria

Admission is based primarily on a consideration of:

• GPA
• GRE scores
• TOEFL test scores (for international students)

Program Requirements

The PhD degree requires a minimum of 60 credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree and a dissertation describing original research. After completion of the dissertation, the student must pass a final oral examination defending the dissertation. Additionally, doctoral students are required to:

• Successfully complete a comprehensive written examination in their area of specialization before taking the oral General Examination
• Present three academic seminars (ANSC 7950) during their program

Language Requirements

There is no foreign language requirement, but knowledge of a foreign language may be recommended by the student's advisory committee.

Degree Completion

Successful performance in the oral General Examination is required for advancement to candidacy. The program culminates in the completion of a dissertation and a final oral examination, after which the student is awarded the PhD degree.