We study water & weather 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
Potential Funding
Scholarships and Financial Support
Program Handbooks
Questions?
Consult with a Director of Graduate Studies:
Atmospheric Sciences: Dr. Eyad Atallah
Hydrogeology: Dr. Martha Whitaker
Degree Programs and Application Process
This is an accelerated or streamlined pathway to complete both Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in this major:
- Open to U of A HAS majors with emphasis in Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
- Open to U of A Physics majors
Questions?
Consult with an Undergraduate Advisor:
Atmospheric Sciences: Brittany Ciancarelli
Description and Application Process
Potential Funding
Scholarships and Financial Support
Program Handbooks
Effective Beginning Fall 2026
Prior to Fall 2026
Doctoral Qualifying Examination
ATMO PHD (Effective October 2025):
HYD PHD (Effective October 2025):
Doctoral Comprehensive Examination
All HAS Majors, ATMO and HYD (Effective October 2025):
Questions?
Consult with a Director of Graduate Studies:
Atmospheric Sciences: Dr. Eyad Atallah
Hydrology and Water Resources: Dr. Martha Whitaker
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.
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