OpenFieldMaster of Science in Geosciences - Paleontology Concentration (Gray Fossil Site)
Globally acclaimed vertebrate paleontology master's based at the world-renowned Miocene-Pliocene Gray Fossil Site, training students in fossil preparation, taphonomy, microCT scanning, and phylogenetics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in Geosciences, Biology, Anthropology, or related field with GPA 3.0 or higher.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 79 or IELTS 6.5.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE general test required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcripts, statement of paleontological research interests, CV, and writing sample.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic letters of recommendation.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full graduate tuition scholarship and paid paleontological lab curatorial assistantship ($11,000/year)
- Application fee
- $65 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $9,216/year in-state; $24,192/year out-of-state
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official East Tennessee State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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