The purpose of the master’s program in Earth and Planetary Sciences (formerly Geological Science) 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.