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Overview
About the Program
The Atmospheric Sciences program of the University of Nevada, Reno is for students interested in research and applications on a wide variety of atmospheric science topics: cloud and aerosol physics, atmospheric chemistry, climate trends, remote sensing, weather forecasting, health impacts of air pollution, mesoscale modeling, fire weather and wildfire plume dynamics, radiative forcing, etc.
The M.S. degree in atmospheric sciences allows to pursue related careers including air pollution specialist, alternative energy consultant, atmospheric science researcher, climate change analyst, educator, environmental impact assessor, air quality scientist, climatologist, environmental scientist, environmental monitoring, and meteorologist.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Airflow and Weather Dynamics
- Atmospheric Physics
- Air Pollution
- Synoptic Meteorology
- Environmental Epidemiology
- Advanced Geography Regional
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
32 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Physics Climate Studies & Meteorology Environmental Sciences View 594 other Masters in Physics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in an aspect of atmospheric sciences, physical sciences, chemistry, engineering, mathematics or a related field
- At least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in prior academic coursework.
- Statement of purpose
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three letters of recommendation
Tuition Fee
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International
21592 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21592 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
21592 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21592 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
5500 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5500 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Reno
860 - 1230 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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