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View college-level information about doctoral and master's programs.

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Applied Statistics |
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Astronomy and Astrophysics |
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Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology |
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Biology |
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Chemistry |
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Forensic Science |
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Mathematics |
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The college offers seven doctoral degrees, eight research-based master's degrees, and three professional master’s degrees. No matter which path you choose, you’ll be on your way to strengthening your research skills, solidifying your scientific knowledge interests, and expanding your capacity as a scientist.


Graduate students at Eberly College of Science will find career and community support in addition to the academic excellence they expect in science at Penn State.

At the Eberly College of Science, our research is widely recognized for its excellence. From laboratories to multidisciplinary research collaborations, we have a broad range of opportunities for you to take advantage of, ensuring that you gain deep, hands-on experiences in your chosen field.
These scholarships are awarded each year to outstanding graduate students seeking a doctoral degree in each of the college’s seven departments who are interested in the advancement of women in the sciences and related fields.

Eberly Science's world-class research offers an abundance of meaningful graduate opportunities.

A productive research mentorship requires that students are treated respectfully and fairly and that the research advisor serve as a role model, upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.



The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines who are pursuing research-based Master's and doctoral degrees at accredited United States institutions. In 2020 the Eberly College of Science had six students offered awards and 10 honorable mentions.

Yvonne Buckley delivered a public lecture through the Science Achievement Graduate Fellowship (SAGF) program, and during her time in State College she visited with members of Mrs. Danielle Rosensteel’s Advanced Zoology and Research classes at State College Area High School.

Many Eberly College of Science faculty participate in one or more Intercollege Graduate Degree Programs.



Student stories, important dates, and funding opportunities.