About PhD Program,
Climate change is one of the existential challenges confronting humanity in the 21st century. ESS-PhD students join the global scientific community in the effort to define the causes and impacts of climate change and to develop effective solutions for a sustainable future. The ESS doctoral program provides graduate students with the perspective of the Earth as a coupled system and the technical know-how for a successful STEM career. Advanced course work in oceanography, atmospheric chemistry and dynamics, biogeochemistry, ecology, and human systems broadens students’ perspectives and hands-on training in remote sensing, data analysis, modeling, and science communication refines critical research skills. Dedicated expert faculty and staff, state-of-the-art research instrumentation, and a commitment to team science provide an environment for a diverse student population to thrive, conduct groundbreaking research, and become the researchers, educators, and leaders of tomorrow.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
- Completion of course work (9 courses, including core courses)
- Six quarters in residence at UCI
- Completion of the Comprehensive Examination, with recommendation to continue for the Ph.D.
- Completion of the teaching and seminar requirements
- Pass the Advancement to Candidacy Examination
- Presentation of an open research seminar
- Submission of an acceptable doctoral dissertation and formal defense.
PhD Funding Coverage,
A variety of support options are provided for Graduate Students in both PhD and Master’s programs at UCI. Information on this page includes available fellowships, assistantships, grants and other support options to help fund your graduate education.
Federal Financial Aid is available only to domestic (i.e., U.S. Citizen and Permanent Resident) graduate students. Financial Aid includes loans and Federal Work-Study awards. To be considered for Financial Aid, students must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the deadline. Because demonstrated financial need is an eligibility requirement for some fellowships, domestic students who do not intend to apply for Financial Aid are strongly encouraged to complete the FAFSA.
Application Requirement,
- Choose a Degree Program
- Start Your Application
- Pay Your Application Fee
- Other Potential Requirements
- English Language Proficiency Requirements for Admission
- Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts
- Supplemental Materials
Application Deadline,
Dec 01, 2024
Application Fee,
The application fee is $135 for U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents, and $155 for all international applicants. The application fee is non-refundable.
