Pursue a PhD in Molecular & Integrative Physiology

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Admission

Admission to the PhD program requires a bachelor’s degree with course work in biological sciences, chemistry, and physics; and three letters of recommendation (including at least one from a science professor)). In addition, international students must take the TOEFL exam.

Molecular and Integrative Physiology (MIP) is part of the School of Molecular & Cellular Biology. Prospective PhD students in MIP should apply directly to the MCB Graduate Program. Once admitted into MCB, you can choose from available laboratories run by MIP faculty members and others in MCB. Though your choice is not a firm commitment, during the application process you may choose "Molecular and Integrative Physiology" in the Field of Specialization text box. During your first semester, you will rotate through three laboratories in the school before selecting a research adviser. You will formally join the MIP graduate program by the spring semester of your first year.

Financial Support

All students accepted into the PhD program receive year-round financial support through fellowships, traineeships, or graduate assistantships, which provide a generous stipend as well as a full tuition and partial fee waiver. The department guarantees financial support to all students as long as they make satisfactory progress toward their PhD. Students are also encouraged to apply for extramural predoctoral fellowships for which they may be eligible.