OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Plant Biology and Agricultural Genetics
Elite plant biology program researching chloroplast biochemistry, drought tolerance genetics, plant-microbe rhizosphere interactions, and crop resilience to climate change.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- B.S. in biology, biochemistry, or plant science with min. 3.3 GPA
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 85+ or IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research interest statement and laboratory experience summary
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic faculty letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full graduate research fellowship covering tuition, healthcare, and $30,000 annual living stipend
- Application fee
- $65
- Tuition / joining costs
- $0 (Fully funded doctoral candidate)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Michigan State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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