Climate Science - MS

Climate Science is the study of the atmosphere, land, water cycle and how they interact and change.  USU is the only university in the region that offers a degree in Climate Science. This degree offers specializations in climate dynamics, hydroclimate modeling, micro-meteorology, and turbulence in plant canopies.

The Climate Adaptation Science Specialization is offered as an interdepartmental program.

Graduate Program Director: Dr. Jeanette Norton

E-mail: jeanette.norton@usu.edu

Prior to applying, the potential applicant must have a qualified PSC faculty member agree to accept them into their laboratory and be their major (supervisory) professor. Contact Dr. Jeanette Norton with questions.

General Requirements

All prospective graduate students must apply through the School of Graduate Studies. Refer to the School of Graduate Studies website for admission requirements. Please note that all applicants must meet the following general admission requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college

• A 3.0 GPA as calculated by the School of Graduate Studies. An official transcript must be sent directly to the School of Graduate Studies from each college or university previously attended (except USU).

• Student recommendation request forms (included in application materials) should be used to request three people to submit letters of recommendation directly to the graduate school. Two letters of recommendation should be from faculty from whom you have taken course work.

• International Students: Please visit the School of Graduate Studies website for requirements.​​​​​​​