About the course

The graduate program in biology at the University of Rochester is designed to foster the development of scientists capable of doing advanced biological research. We offer a PhD and MS in biology. Rochester?s biology program is notable for its collaborative approach, world-class faculty who share a common interest in genetic processes, and myriad research opportunities on the River Campus and at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC). Our PhD program is designed to foster the development of scientists capable of doing advanced biological research. We offer students research opportunities in: Molecular, cellular, and developmental biology Evolution, ecology, genetics, and genomics Our faculty share a common interest in genetic processes. As a result, our students benefit from the high degree of interaction and cooperation among laboratories. Our program, taken on a full-time basis, requires a total of 90 credit hours. Credit hours include coursework, seminars, and research. The average course load is 12 credit hours per semester. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 12 Semester(s)Fees: US$163,620

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Rochester
Fall (August), 2025	Rochester

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Rochester

College transcripts (for all schools attended)

　　A personal statement

　　Statement of purpose

　　Scores on the TOEFL or IELTS, if applicable

　　Three letters of recommendation (letters must be on letterhead and must be submitted online by the recommender)

　　Optional: Scores on the GRE

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

　　Book IELTS

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　　Practice and prepare

　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

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World ranking

　　133rd / 1250

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