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    Earth Sciences, MS

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    Syracuse, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $70,525.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Syracuse, US. Tuition is $70,525 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Graduate study offering field, laboratory, and computational research in geological and geophysical sciences. Focus areas include tectonics, geomorphology, hydrogeology, sedimentology, thermochronology, environmental geology, biogeochemistry, isotope geochemistry, computational geophysics, paleobiology, paleolimnology, and global environmental change.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are now optional for graduate admission and departmental support
    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum composite TOEFL score of 85 and no sub-score below 20
    IELTS
    required

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University is $70,525 across 30 required credits.
    Is Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University online or in-person?
    Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University is offered in-person.
    How long does Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University take to complete?
    Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University?
    Per the program's published guidance: an average GPA of 3.0 in major subjects and an overall average of 2.8
    Is Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Earth Sciences, MS at Syracuse University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.