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Graduate Studies

The Department of Atmospheric Sciences offers both M.S. and Ph.D. programs, including a non-thesis M.S. option. Students with physical sciences, engineering, mathematics and/or chemistry backgrounds are all encouraged to apply. Virtually all graduate students receive financial support, either as research or teaching assistants. Assistantships include health insurance benefits, tuition payment and the payment of some student fees. Current stipends range from $21000 to $24000 per year. The cost-of-living in the Bryan-College Station area is generally quite low.

Research Opportunities

The department is currently one of the largest in the United States and offers research opportunities spanning the full spectrum of atmospheric sciences disciplines. Particular research interests include weather and forecasting, dynamic meteorology, physical and statistical climatology, atmospheric chemistry and aerosol science, satellite meteorology and remote sensing, and physical meteorology (among others). Students participate in theoretical work, numerical modeling, experimental chemistry in the laboratory and in the field, radar and aircraft field programs, and satellite studies. More information about current projects can be found on the Current Research page. Students are encouraged to contact individual faculty members with inquiries about current research opportunities.

Additional Information

Summary of Degree Programs Office of Graduate Studies
Admission Requirements Texas A&M Office of Admissions
How to Apply Student Life in B/CS

For further information about graduate study, please contact Ms. Christie Dunn, info@atmo.tamu.edu (979-845-7688).

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