- MS in Atmospheric Science at the Colorado State University is offered as a 2-years program by the Department of Atmospheric Science.
- This university is ranked #85 for Top Public Universities in America-Niche 2021.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- M.S. graduates are prepared for a wide choice of professionally satisfying work in private industry, the consulting field, and with many government agencies.
- Students that complete the M.S. program will have acquired the knowledge and proficiency needed to seek employment in the field of atmospheric science.
- This knowledge and proficiency are gained through completion of a required core curriculum, elective graduate courses chosen from a wide selection of offerings, and participation in scientific research with their advisers.
- Graduates of the M.S. program can also choose to continue their studies and research in the Ph.D. program.
- Depending on the chosen area of specialization in atmospheric science, students may find coursework in one or more of the following areas helpful: fluid mechanics, statistical thermodynamics, kinetic theory, modern physics, physical and/or analytical chemistry, statistics, applied math, and numerical analysis.
- The MS program consists of 30 credits.
Colorado State University - [CSU], Colorado, Fort Collins - Courses & Fees
Fort Collins, Colorado
University Public CollegeMaster of Science [M.S] (Atmospheric Science)
2 years
On Campus
English
Field of Study:
#Ranked 351 out of 1200 by THE Global Ranking 2022
$22,332/Yr
$22,332 /Yr
Important Dates
| Event | End Date |
| Application Deadline For Fall 2023 Intake | Sep 14, 2023 |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $14593 | $14593 |
| Health Insurance | $3238 | $3238 |
| Other Fees | $4501 | $4501 |
| Total Fees | $22332 | $22332 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing and Board | $11844 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in physics, math, atmospheric science, engineering, chemistry, or related field or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.
- Calculus-based math course sequence including differential equations and vector analysis.
- Calculus-based physics course sequence including kinetics, electricity, and magnetism, and some modern topics.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Scores Required
Submission of GRE scores is not required.
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
The careers after graduation are:
- Operational Meteorologist
- Climatologist
- Atmospheric Meteorologist
- Geothermal Engineer
- Geotechnical Engineer
- Atmospheric Scientist
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Amount | International Students Eligible | Application Deadline |
| Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program | Variable | Yes | Apr 20, 2023 |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship 2020 | Variable | Yes | N/A |
| YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Variable | Yes | Aug 1, 2023 |
| Innovation in Education Scholarship - La Tutors 123 | $500 | Yes | N/A |
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