The University of Saskatchewan, based in Canada offers a fully funded PhD in Soil Science. The 4-year Soil Science PhD program provides core expertise in soil and environmental sciences and offers opportunities for advanced study and research. All students registered in thesis-based graduate programs within departments in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources receive a minimum level of funding at the beginning of their programs. The minimum funding levels are $24,000/year for three years for Ph.D. students. Applications are accepted year-round. Students may begin their program in January, May, or September each year.