Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering

Program Information:

Program Statement:

Our graduates safeguard and improve the earth, its resources, and its peoples. Whether you become an agricultural engineer, a biological systems engineer, an agricultural system technologist or an industrial technologist, you’ll find an exciting career in which you can make a difference. The subjects we cover are diverse, but they all come together in designing and/or managing 21st century technology systems that impact peoples lives.

Degrees Offered:

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Master of Engineering (M.Engr.)
Master of Science (M.S.)

Area(s) of Specialization: (may appear on ISU transcripts after graduation)

Predictive Plant Phenomics (Ph.D.)

Program Handbook(s):

Handbook

Learning Goals:

Solve problems and think critically about their focus area
Analyze and interpret data
Communicate effectively
An ability to design and conduct independent research that informs decision making (PhD students)
A deep and robust understanding of the relevant literature and problems related to their research (PhD students)

Outcomes:

Program Contact:

Contact: Kris Bell
Phone: 515-294-1033
E-mail Address:

Mailing Address:

Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
Graduate Program
1350F Elings Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011-3080

Admission Requirements:

Graduate College Requirements:

4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
Academic Records/Transcripts
Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
Proof of English Proficiency.

Program Specific Requirements:

Statement of Purpose (Indicate field of interest, proposed research area, how this degree will help meet your long-term goals, and how you are prepared to be successful in this area of research)
Program Requires GRE: No
Program Requires GMAT: No
Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No

International Requirements:

Financial Statement: Application

English Proficiency Minimum:

TOEFL Paper (PBT)	550
TOEFL Internet (iBT)	79
IELTS	6.5
PTE	53
Duolingo (approved through spring 2025)	105

Application Information:

Application Deadlines:

International Applicants should apply for priority consideration by February 2 for fall semester, and July 1 for spring semester. International applicants will be asked to delay their admission to the following spring or fall semester in the following instances: Application for fall semester received after April 1; Application for spring semester received after August 1. Domestic Applicants are encouraged to follow the same application deadlines above to have full consideration for assistantships.

Application Details:

This program is open to domestic and international students.

Application Instructions

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