Crop Science

Crop and Soil Sciences
(Crop Science)

http://www.css.wsu.edu/
(see also Soil Science)

Admission Requirements
Undergraduates who anticipate graduate study in Crop Science at Washington State University are advised to obtain a background in natural sciences including botany, genetics, chemistry, mathematics, statistics, and plant and soil sciences. In addition to the Graduate School admission requirements, the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences requires a personal statement of the applicant’s educational goals and professional expectations. Acceptance of qualified applicants is generally dependent upon availability of research support and a suitable advisor.

Program Description
The Department of Crop and Soil Sciences offers world-class M.S. and Ph.D. graduate programs that focus in a broad spectrum of basic and applied sciences. Crop Science students may specialize in crop genetics and breeding, turf management, crop and weed ecology/management, precision agriculture, sustainable agriculture, and organic farming. Our goal is to train tomorrow’s leaders, scientists, and educators capable of making valuable contributions in their chosen field or endeavor. To achieve this goal, CSS offers students opportunities to develop in-depth knowledge in their chosen field, to develop critical thinking skills, and to conduct original, cutting-edge research. Students are also provided teaching opportunities in the classroom and in outreach programs. At the same time, students have the opportunity to develop a breadth of knowledge across the varied Crop Science disciplines and beyond by interacting with colleagues and faculty working in research areas outside of their own.

Faculty Interests and Course Details

Contact Information
Dr. Stephen S. Jones
Washington State University
Crop and Soil Sciences
PO Box 646420
Pullman, WA 99164-6420
Telephone: 509-335-6198
Fax: 509-335-8674
E-mail: joness@wsu.edu