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    Plant Pathology (M.S.)

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    East Lansing, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $53,220.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $53,220 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Master's program in plant pathology requiring 30 credits, graduate seminars, and teaching experience, offered as Plan A with thesis or Plan B without thesis.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum score of 80 for internet-based test (iBT) with no subscore below 19 for reading, listening and speaking; no writing subscore below 22
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $18,750.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is $53,220 across 30 required credits.
    Is Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University take to complete?
    Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 grade point average
    Is Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Plant Pathology (M.S.) at Michigan State University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.