Life Sciences
Doctoral
Biochemistry
College
College of Agriculture and Life SciencesGraduate Coordinator
Dr. Krish Krishnannk260@msstate.edu
Overview
The department offers graduate study leading to the following degrees: Master of Science in Agricultural Life Sciences with a concentration in Biochemistry, Entomology, or Plant Pathology; Master of Agriculture in Agriculture with a concentration in Entomology or Plant Pathology; Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Biology; Doctor of Philosophy in Life Sciences with a concentration in Biochemistry, Entomology, or Plant Pathology. The department also participates in interdisciplinary programs leading to the following degrees: Master of Science in Agricultural Life Sciences with a concentration in Animal Physiology or Genetics; Master of Science in Agriculture with a concentration in Animal Nutrition; Doctor of Philosophy in Life Sciences with concentrations in Animal Physiology or Genetics; Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Sciences with a concentration in Animal Nutrition
Requirements
Final acceptance into a graduate program is contingent upon the availability of a suitable major professor. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a physical or life science with a strong background in the program discipline of interest (biochemistry, molecular biology, entomology, or plant pathology). A minimum 2.75 overall GPA on a 4.00 scale. Scored results of the GRE general test recommended but not required. International students are required to have a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 500 PBT (61 iBT) or an IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) score of 5.5 (non-English speaking international students)
Entomology
College
College of Agriculture and Life SciencesGraduate Coordinator
Dr. Krish Krishnannk260@msstate.edu
Overview
The department offers graduate study leading to the following degrees: Master of Science in Agricultural Life Sciences with a concentration in Biochemistry, Entomology, or Plant Pathology; Master of Agriculture in Agriculture with a concentration in Entomology or Plant Pathology; Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Biology; Doctor of Philosophy in Life Sciences with a concentration in Biochemistry, Entomology, or Plant Pathology. The department also participates in interdisciplinary programs leading to the following degrees: Master of Science in Agricultural Life Sciences with a concentration in Animal Physiology or Genetics; Master of Science in Agriculture with a concentration in Animal Nutrition; Doctor of Philosophy in Life Sciences with concentrations in Animal Physiology or Genetics; Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Sciences with a concentration in Animal Nutrition
Requirements
Prerequisites for admission include a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a physical or life science with a strong background in the program discipline of interest (biochemistry, molecular biology, entomology, or plant pathology). A graduate screening committee, composed of members of the Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Entomology, and Plant Pathology faculty, screens all applicants. Final acceptance into a graduate program is contingent upon the availability of a suitable major professor. A minimum 2.75 overall grade point average on a 4.00 scale is required for admission. Test scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) are not a required component of a completed application, but may be submitted for consideration if a candidate feels they may help offset another component of the application, such as a low GPA. International students are required to have a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 500 PBT (61 iBT) or an IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) score of 5.5 (non-English speaking international students).
Plant Pathology
College
College of Agriculture and Life SciencesGraduate Coordinator
Dr. Krish Krishnannk260@msstate.edu
Overview
The department offers graduate study leading to the following degrees: Master of Science in Agricultural Life Sciences with a concentration in Biochemistry, Entomology, or Plant Pathology; Master of Agriculture in Agriculture with a concentration in Entomology or Plant Pathology; Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Biology; Doctor of Philosophy in Life Sciences with a concentration in Biochemistry, Entomology, or Plant Pathology. The department also participates in interdisciplinary programs leading to the following degrees: Master of Science in Agricultural Life Sciences with a concentration in Animal Physiology or Genetics; Master of Science in Agriculture with a concentration in Animal Nutrition; Doctor of Philosophy in Life Sciences with concentrations in Animal Physiology or Genetics; Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Sciences with a concentration in Animal Nutrition
Requirements
Prerequisites for admission include a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a physical or life science with a strong background in the program discipline of interest (biochemistry, molecular biology, entomology, or plant pathology). A graduate screening committee, composed of members of the Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Entomology, and Plant Pathology faculty, screens all applicants. Final acceptance into a graduate program is contingent upon the availability of a suitable major professor. A minimum 2.75 overall grade point average on a 4.00 scale is required for admission. Test scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) are not a required component of a completed application, but may be submitted for consideration if a candidate feels they may help offset another component of the application, such as a low GPA. International students are required to have a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 500 PBT (61 iBT) or an IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) score of 5.5 (non-English speaking international students).
Animal Physiology
College
College of Agriculture and Life SciencesGraduate Coordinator
Dr. Carrie Vanceckv7@msstate.edu
Overview
The graduate program in Animal Physiology is an interdisciplinary curriculum leading to a Master of Science in Agricultural Life Sciences with a concentration in Animal Physiology and/or Doctor of Philosophy degree in Life Sciences with a concentration in Animal Physiology. Course offerings are from several departments including, but not exclusively, Animal and Dairy Sciences; Basic Science (College of Veterinary Medicine); Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Biological Sciences; Entomology and Plant Pathology; Poultry Science; and Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture. The program of study is developed by the student and his/her major professor with the approval of the student’s graduate program committee. Specific courses vary depending on the needs of the student. A limited number of assistantships are available to qualified applicants.
Requirements
Prerequisites for admission include a bachelor’s or master’s degree in animal, dairy or poultry science; human sciences; wildlife; fisheries or aquatic science; biological or physical science; or a doctor of medicine or veterinary medicine degree with an adequate background in chemistry. A minimum 3.00 overall grade point average (GPA) on a 4.00 scale is required. A student who has not fully met the requirements stipulated by the University and the program for admission (i.e., students with 2.50 to 2.99 GPA) may be granted admission to the Animal Physiology program with provisional status. The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not required for admission, but applicants are required to attempt the GRE. A paper-based (PBT) TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) of 575 (84 iBT) or an IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) score of 7.0 or better is required of all international applicants. Letters of recommendation are required of all applicants.
Genetics
College
College of Agriculture and Life SciencesGraduate Coordinator
Dr. Carrie Vanceckv7@msstate.edu
Overview
An opportunity is offered to the student who wishes to work toward a degree in Genetics. MSU offers a Master of Science degree in Agricultural Life Sciences with a concentration in Genetics and a Doctor of Philosophy in Life Sciences with a concentration in Genetics. The Genetics program is an interdisciplinary curriculum which utilizes the staff and facilities available in the various departments and colleges. A wide array of plant and animal material is available for genetic investigation. The student’s complete program will be formulated in the department of his/her choice. Courses contributing to the major in genetics are listed below.
Requirements
Minimum required TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 500 PBT (61 iBT) or an IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) score of 5.5. A written cooperative agreement with a major advisor prior to admission is essential. Individuals with a Bachelor of Science in the biological or physical sciences will be considered.
