Overview
About this Degree
Atmospheric Science students at University of Kansas become familiar with quantitative research methods and how these various approaches can be used to address different problems in atmospheric science. Students gain an in depth ability to learn specific skills and apply them toward his/her thesis work. These skills consist of, for example, statistical analysis techniques, numerical modeling, or work with atmospheric instrumentation.
The breadth of the program and the diverse research topics explored by the faculty are able to accommodate students with a variety of interests. An M.S. Degree Program Sheet is used for your plan of study starting in the second year.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Atmospheric Dynamics
- Atmospheric Modeling
- Advanced Geostatistics
- 3 additional credits of atmospheric science courses 700 level or above
- 6 credit hours of courses 500 level or above outside of the Geography department
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Geography Climate Studies & Meteorology Environmental Sciences View 71 other Masters in Climate Studies & Meteorology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Entering students are ideally expected to have completed an undergraduate degree in a physical science (e.g., physics, chemistry, atmospheric science, oceanography), mathematics, or engineering.
- Entering students will be expected to have studied mathematics, including vector calculus and ordinary differential equations.
- Prospective students should also have taken the equivalent of at least 2 semesters of calculus-based physics and one of chemistry.
- A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. Applicants with a GPA of less than 3.0 may be considered for admission on a probationary or provisional status.
Tuition Fee
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International
18473 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18473 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
18473 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18473 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
8002 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8002 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Lawrence
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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Funding
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