$15,800 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Horticultural Science
- The Department of Horticulture offers graduate work leading to the Master of Science and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees.
- Active teaching and research programs are being conducted in ornamental horticulture, floriculture, fruits, vegetables, and nut crops. Students can focus on areas of specialization that include plant breeding, physiology, plant development, biotechnology, postharvest physiology, nutrition, biochemistry, integrated pest management, weed control, water relations, crop production and management, and product utilization.
- The department has about 40 full-time faculty members located at the Athens, Tifton and Griffin campuses, and various other locations in the state.
- The facilities available for graduate training include three well-equipped Experiment stations, the State Botanical Garden, and several field research centers that represent the climatic areas of the state.
- The department has strong interdisciplinary research programs with other departments in the University. Cooperative work is available with three federal research laboratories.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $12593 | $12593 |
| Health Insurance | $2417 | $2417 |
| Compulsory Fees | $790 | $790 |
| Total Fees | $15800 | $15800 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is recommended for consideration during the admissions process.
Indian Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.