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EPS-MS - Earth and Planetary Sciences (MS)

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Earth and Planetary Sciences Earth and Planetary Sciences MS - Master of Science

Program Overview

The purpose of the master’s program in Earth and Planetary Sciences is to continue a student’s training in a broad range of earth science disciplines and prepare students for either a professional career or doctoral studies.

Admissions Information

The following items must be received in the electronic application:

  • Online application (the online application opens in mid-September for the following next year’s autumn next start)

  • Application fee    

  • Statement of purpose

  • Supplemental questions (Answered in the online application)

  • Three letters of recommendation

  • Scanned copy of official transcript(s)

  • TOEFL, if applicable

If you have additional questions, contact eps-admissions@stanford.edu. More university information and application system questions can be found on Stanford’s Graduate Admissions website and the online application.

Coterm Admissions Information

Stanford undergraduates who wish to continue their studies for the Master of Science degree in Earth & Planetary Sciences through the Coterminal program may apply for admission after earning 120 units toward graduation (UTG), as shown on the undergraduate unofficial transcript.

Applicants must submit their application no later than eight weeks before the proposed admit quarter starts. The application must prove that the student has the potential for strong academic performance at the graduate level. More information can be found here: https://epsci.stanford.edu/academics-admissions/coterminal-ms-program

Information and other requirements about the Coterminal program in Earth & Planetary Sciences may be obtained from the department’s Assistant Director of Student Services.

Minimum Units in the Program

45

Minimum University Units

45