School of Earth, Environment and Society

Admissions | Earth, Environment and Society PhD

Engage in relevant research while pursuing advanced academic training in environmental science and management, geography, geology, or another related field.

You'll work closely with faculty who have expertise in a broad range of fields and often partner with government agencies and other science and environmental organizations in their research. 

Admissions Requirements

  • Meet PSU’s minimum requirements
  • Expected completion of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field that will have prepared student to become engaged in state-of-the-art original research

Deadlines

This program only admits students once a year for fall term: Jan. 15.

Application Materials

Below is the list of the information and materials you will need to provide as part of your application. We recommend preparing these materials in advance of submitting your application.

  • Statement of Intent: Your statement should be about two pages long and discuss your motivation for pursuing a Ph.D. and your general area of interest. You should identify research groups and faculty members with whom you may be interested in working, as placement in the program is dependent upon available advisors.
  • References: Submit contact information for at least three people who are qualified to assess your promise as a graduate student. Portland State University will contact your references and provide them with instructions for submitting recommendation forms.
  • Copies of transcripts from each college or university attended
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)
Start Your Application about this content

Contact

If you have questions on the application process or would like some advice about the process, please email Samantha Paganelli at pag3@pdx.edu.