MS Plant Pathology

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

University of Arkansas

Program Overview

Plant pathology (also phytopathology) is the scientific study of diseases in plants caused by pathogens (infectious organisms) and environmental conditions (physiological factors).Organisms that cause infectious disease include fungi, oomycetes, bacteria, viruses, viroids, virus-like organisms, phytoplasmas, protozoa, nematodes and parasitic plants. Not included are ectoparasites like insects, mites, vertebrate, or other pests that affect plant health by consumption of plant tissues.

Program Key Stats

$31380 (Annual cost)



60 %

Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Plant Pathologist
  • Virologist
  • Biological Control officer
  • Nematologist

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