Ph.D. in Animal and Natural Resource Sciences
Apply for Admission
A completed application for the Doctor of Philosophy in Animal & Natural Resource Sciences must include:
- Online application
- Official transcripts
- Personal statement
- Professional resume
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Admissions
Admissions to the Animal & Natural Resource Sciences Ph.D. program requires an online application with official transcripts, a resume, a personal statement of goals, and three letters of recommendation (including one from the M.S. committee chair), along with a prior commitment from a Ph.D. advisor. Applicants must hold a master’s degree in animal science, natural resources, or a related field, demonstrate English proficiency, and have a minimum 3.0 GPA in all master’s coursework.
The program is a unique interdisciplinary Ph.D. in the southwestern U.S., integrating animal, natural resource, and social sciences to prepare graduates to address modern challenges in sustainable food and energy production, resource conservation, and environmental resilience.
To apply to the program, please complete the following:
Online Application
Please complete the College of Graduate Studies Graduate Admissions Application below.
Official Transcripts
Official transcripts are required for all undergraduate and master’s-level coursework, including conferral of a master’s degree in animal science, natural resources or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Your master’s should have a thesis or equivalent writing product (professional research paper, capstone paper, etc.). A minimum 3.0 GPA is required on all master’s work.
Email copies of official transcripts to grad-docs@tarleton.edu or mail them to:
College of Graduate Studies
Tarleton State University
Attn: Animal & Natural Resource Sciences PhD Admissions
Box T-0350
Stephenville, Texas 76402
Personal Statement
A personal statement of academic and research interests (no less than 600 and no more than 1,000 words) detailing the applicant’s motivation for pursuing the doctoral degree as well as areas of research interest they wish to pursue. Applicants may also choose to include professional experience, research experience, and any personal experience that may be relevant to the admission decision.
Email the statement to grad-docs@tarleton.edu.
Professional Resume
Applicants should send a current professional resume to grad-docs@tarleton.edu.
Letters of Recommendation
Applicants should send three letters of recommendation, including one from their M.S. committee chair, to grad-docs@tarleton.edu.
Next Steps
Check the status of your application any time by visiting the Graduate Check Your Application Status page and clicking on the purple “Check Your Status” button. When your application is complete and all materials are received, the College of Graduate Studies will email a confirmation. During the application review process, the admissions committee may contact you for an interview.
Research & Faculty
Prospective students are encouraged to explore the research expertise of our faculty across Agricultural Education and Communications, Animal Science, and Wildlife and Natural Resources. Their interdisciplinary work offers a wide range of opportunities for Ph.D. research, and links to individual faculty profiles are provided below.
Resources for Current Students
Forms
Graduate Program Handbook
Questions
If you have questions about this program please email arsc_phd@tarleton.edu