2018 Insect Natural History Class

Entomology Graduate Program

Bridging traditional and modern approaches to study the role of insects in natural and managed ecosystems

Informational Zoom Sessions for Entomology Graduate Program

Monday, December 4th and Tuesday, December 5th

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Globally-ranked, the entomology graduate program in CALS offers a challenging curriculum, one-on-one research experiences and hands-on attention from committed faculty members.

We offer two master’s degrees and a Ph.D. in entomology. Prospective students have four options in obtaining a graduate degree in entomology:

Master's Program

Students with appropriate bachelor's degrees can apply to the master's program in entomology.

Ph.D.

Students with M.S. degrees can apply for the Ph.D. program in entomology.

Transfer from the M.S. to Ph.D.

Students with bachelor's degrees can be admitted to the M.S. program and petition to transfer into the Ph.D. program.

Ph.D. with M.S. Bypass

Exceptional students with bachelor's degrees can apply directly to the Ph.D. program.

No matter which degree or path you pursue, you will gain a diverse set of skills that position you for job placement in the areas of academia, industry and government.

#5 Entomology Program Worldwide

Center for World University Rankings recognizes our quality of graduate education and faculty research.

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Master's Degrees

Master of Science (M.S.)

The Master of Science program requires students to conduct an original research project and write a thesis.

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Master of Entomology (M.E.)

The Master of Entomology is a non-thesis degree program; however, students may be required by their graduate committees to complete a project.

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Program Requirements

View the requirements for each master's degree, as well as application and admissions guidelines.

M.S. Program Timeline

See our recommended timeline for starting and completing the M.S. degree program.

Graduate Courses

We offer a variety of challenging entomology graduate courses.

Ph.D. Program

Prospective students have three options for applying to the Ph.D. program in entomology:

  • Ph.D.: Students with M.S. degrees can apply directly to the Ph.D. program. 
  • Transfer from M.S. Program to Ph.D. Program: Students with baccalaureate degrees can be admitted first to the M.S. program, then after two semesters, they may petition to bypass the master’s degree to pursue a Ph.D. in entomology. (We grant this request only if the student has made outstanding progress.)
  • Ph.D. with M.S. Bypass: Exceptional students with baccalaureate degrees can apply directly to the Ph.D. program.
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Student Spotlight

Scientist to the Senators

Entomology Ph.D. student Johanna Elsensohn's first trip to Washington, D.C., to speak with policymakers was almost two years ago — and it changed everything.

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Ph.D. Program Requirements

View requirements for the Ph.D. in entomology, and application and admissions guidelines.

Program Timeline

See our recommended timeline for starting and completing the Ph.D. program.

Graduate Courses

See an overview of graduate courses in entomology.

Entomology Graduate Student Resources

EGSA

The Entomology Graduate Student Association organizes seminars, meetings and field trips to keep graduate students connected and informed.

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Graduate Student Resources

We support your success as a graduate student in our program. See our list of resources to help you start and finish strong.

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Poster Printing

The department has discontinued poster printing services.  However, there are other printing resources available both on and off campus.

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Graduate Student Handbook

Learn everything you need to know about navigating life as an entomology graduate student at NC State.

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