宾夕法尼亚州立大学昆虫学研究生课程提供理学硕士学位（MS）和哲学博士学位（Ph.D.）。这些研究学位鼓励学生构思和实施昆虫学领域的新颖研究。我们的研究，无论是基础研究还是转化研究，都与人类和动物健康，环境健康和/或食品安全有关。我们的昆虫学研究生课程名列前茅。美国国家研究委员会（NRC）在2010年9月发布的调查中将该系的课程排在前10％。该系还被列为宾州州立大学的前十名。NRC排名基于2005年和2006年的数据。
Entomology is the study of insects, the predominant species on Earth. With more than a million known species, insects significantly affect our world. The Department of Entomology conducts innovative research in this realm, leading to improved human and animal health, quality of life, and sustainability of our food and ecosystems.<br>The Department of Entomology is committed to providing students opportunities with an international focus. Students may take courses and conduct research as part of their graduate program or earn international credentials through dual-title degrees.<br>The degree of Doctor of Philosophy signifies high scholastic achievement and demonstrated capability to perform independent research. Five academic years of full time graduate work beyond the bachelor's degree are often required; four years is more typical for students that have earned a Master degree. Some of this work may be completed off-campus or on a part-time basis. However, between the time of acceptance as a candidate and completing the degree requirements, the student must spend two academic sessions in residence within a twelve-month period.