44 PhD Programs in Earth Sciences in North America

Specializations within earth sciences

Top universities for Earth Sciences in North America

Ranked by how many earth sciences programs each one runs in North America — the count is next to the name.

• University of Manitoba (2)
• University of Wyoming (2)
• University of Florida (2)
• University of Kentucky (2)
• University of Saskatchewan (2)
• University of Waterloo, Canada (2)
• Laval University, Quebec City (2)
• The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (2)
• University of Georgia, Athens (2)
• Utah State University (2)

January intake in North America

7 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• PhD in Geological Sciences — University of Saskatchewan · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Soil Science — University of Saskatchewan · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Earth Sciences — University of Windsor · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Geology, Ph.D. — University of South Florida · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Earth sciences — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Geoscience — Temple University · starts Jan 2027

PhD in Earth Sciences in North America: common questions

How many earth sciences programs are there in North America?

44 earth sciences phd programs at 32 universities in North America are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a earth sciences degree in North America cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for phd programs in earth sciences in North America is 25,266 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 12,666 USD and 30,595 USD a year.

Can I study earth sciences in North America in English?

Yes — 100% of the earth sciences programs in North America in our catalog are taught in English (44 of 44).

Are any of these earth sciences programs available online?

1 of the 44 programs in North America are delivered online or by distance learning.