We study water from all perspectives, so you can choose your path.
Learn the distinctions between our majors and what each has to offer or explore a program below.
Degree Programs
Graduate Certificate Post-Baccalaureate - ON CAMPUS Program
Graduate Certificate Post-Baccalaureate - ONLINE Program
- Hydrology and Water Resources
IMPORTANT NOTE: We are currently refreshing our Arizona Online Graduate Certificate Program and pausing admissions to the Online program only. The In-person program on the Main Campus in Tucson is not affected. We expect to have our new, improved Online Graduate Certificate Program operational by Fall 2027.
Please stay in touch with us during that time frame so we may keep you informed of the latest information.
Description and application process for the Master of Science Thesis/Research Option
Summary Guide (quick reference for program requirements)
Scholarships and Financial Support
Questions? Consult with a Director of Graduate Studies
- Atmospheric Sciences: Dr. Eyad Atallah
- Hydrogeology: Dr. Martha Whitaker
Program Handbooks
Description and application process for the Master of Science-Non-Thesis option
- New 1-Year Master of Science in Hydrogeology Interested in the new program? Contact Dr. P.A. Ty Ferré'
- MS Hydrology-NT - APPLICATIONS NO LONGER ACCEPTED FOR THIS PROGRAM
Summary Page (quick reference program requirements)
Scholarships and Financial Support
Questions? Consult with the Director of Graduate Studies
- Hydrology: Dr. Martha Whitaker
Program Handbook
(pending approval)
Degree programs and application process for accelerated or streamlined pathways to complete both Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees
- Atmospheric Sciences for UA HAS majors with emphasis in Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences or UA Physics majors
- Hydrogeology for UA HAS majors with any emphasis, either Environmental Hydrology & Water Resources or Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Questions? Consult with an Undergraduate Advisor
- Atmospheric Sciences: Brittany Ciancarelli
- Hydrology and Water Resources: Dr. Martha Whitaker
Description and application process for the Doctor of Philosophy degree
Summary Guide (quick reference for program requirements)
Scholarships and Financial Support
Questions? Consult with a Director of Graduate Studies
- Atmospheric Sciences: Dr. Eyad Atallah
- Hydrology and Water Resources: Dr. Martha Whitaker
Program Handbook
Dissertation Manuscript Options
HAS Doctoral Exams
Description and requirements for the Doctoral Minor
Questions? Contact a Director of Graduate Studies
- Atmospheric Sciences: Dr. Eyad Atallah
- Hydrology and Water Resources: Dr. Martha Whitaker
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
For prospective students in the Bachelor of Science in Hydrology and Atmospheric Sciences program with Emphasis in Environmental Hydrology & Water Resources, read about the Freeport-McMoRan Scholarship here.
GRADUATE STUDENTS
For a comprehensive overview of available opportunities for all prospective MS and PhD students in Atmospheric Sciences or Hydrology, see our Scholarships and Financial Support page.
For prospective students in the Master of Science in Hydrogeology program, see the Financial Pathways page for opportunities.
For domestic (U.S. citizen) students in the Master of Science in Hydrogeology program: If you are a resident of the western US, you may be eligible for Arizona IN-STATE TUITION. Look at the Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) | UArizona program guidelines to see if you qualify!
For prospective students in the Doctor of Philosophy in Hydrology program: Exceptional students should consider applying for the Davis-Fitzwater Doctoral Fellowship in Hydrology.
The following degree programs have been sunsetted or discontinued.
- MS & PHD Hydrometeorology (last admit Fall 2021)
- MS & AMP Hydrology (last admit Spring 2025) replaced by the 1-year hydrogeology MS program
Program Handbooks
Courses, Research, Careers
Fall 2024 HAS Courses
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