Dr. Trenton Ford

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Trenton Wayne Ford is an Assistant Research Scientist specializing in Climatology at the Illinois State Climate Office. His research focuses on climate variability and change, particularly related to precipitation and hydrometeorological processes. Dr. Ford also collaborates with the Illinois State Water Survey and holds an affiliate position at the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute. With a commitment to advancing the understanding of climate risks, he has contributed to various studies that analyze the impacts of climate on weather patterns and associated risks. He is based at the University of Illinois, where he works on interdisciplinary projects aimed at addressing critical climate issues.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Research Scientist

2018-08-01 — Present

Illinois State Climate Office • Urbana, IL

Conducts research on climate variability, focusing on hydrometeorological processes.

Research Assistant Professor

2018-08-01 — Present

Illinois State Water Survey • Urbana, IL

Engages in research related to climate impacts on precipitation and weather.

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.