Plant Science

Master of Science in Plant Science - STEM

Why study plant science at Missouri State?

The plant science graduate program is uniquely tailored to your professional goals and research interests through the development of an individualized program of study through collaboration between you and your advisor.

Our facilities support a variety of research endeavors, including the examination of fruit production, soil nutrition, plant genetics and botany.

You receive professional advisement and research support from our faculty, who assist you in planning your schedule, developing your research goals and overseeing your thesis.

Developing and perfecting plant usage and production

The Master of Science in Plant Science is an interdepartmental program supported by the departments of agriculture, biology and chemistry and biochemistry. This program focuses on a detailed study of plant nutrition, production, usage and genetics through a blend of academic courses and long-term research opportunities to prepare you for a variety of careers related to the production and usage of plants.

Program Requirements - Click here

Application Links

• MS in Information Technology: Apply Here
• All other MS programs: Apply Here

Application Fee

• MS in Information Technology – Application fee waived for Fall 2025
• For all graduate programs - Application Fee: $65

Required Documents

• Official transcripts from all previous institutions
• Minimum GPA: 3.0
• English Proficiency:
  • TOEFL: 79+
  • IELTS: 6.0+
  • Duolingo: 110+
• Additional Documents
  • Copy of passport
  • Resume
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
  • GRE/GMAT: Required
  • NACES/AICE-approved evaluation: Not required

• Financial Documentation

• Financial guarantee (request a copy of your bank statement or letter from your bank documenting available funds)
• Statement of Financial Support (download and save the PDF to complete the form)

For more information about requirements - Click here

Graduate Tuition & Scholarships

For details, visit: Graduate Costs

• Estimated Annual Tuition: $15,914
• MOGO Scholarship: $10,824 (annually)

International graduate students may also be eligible for the Traditional Fee Waiver, Graduate Assistantships (GA), and MOGO Scholarships.

For scholarship eligibility, visit: International Graduate Scholarships