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

Electives:

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

Starting 2025-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-03 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Climate Studies & Meteorology View 74 other Masters in Climate Studies & Meteorology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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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

18862 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18862 USD per year during 12 months.
National

18862 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18862 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

7866 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7866 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Lawrence

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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