About the course

In our program you will find a strong interdisciplinary graduate curriculum with a major focus on the biology of cancer, and opportunities to interact with clinicians engaged in cancer diagnosis and treatment. Our goal is to develop scientists who utilize critical scientific thinking to conduct original research as independent cancer investigators. The PhD program consists of formal course work which provides a comprehensive education in the basic concepts, along with solid training in the core disciplines that serve contemporary cancer research. Our graduates gain a broad understanding of the fundamental principles that underlie this diverse and dynamic field, along with in-depth knowledge in their dissertation disciplines. An integral part of the training experience involves opportunities to develop written and oral communication skills essential to future success as cancer researchers. In addition to 45 credits of coursework, and 45 credits of research, students must successfully defend the dissertation research and complete a publishable research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor in order to receive a PhD. 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: 10 Semester(s)Fees: US$155,930

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

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Wayne State University

Statement of Purpose - Why are you interested in the Cancer Biology Graduate Program at the Wayne State University/Karmanos Cancer Institute? Provide highlights of your past research experience, specific interest in cancer biology at WSU, and post PhD future goals. Please ensure that this is no more than twp pages.

　　Include your prior research experience and relevant published abstracts and/or research articles, if applicable.

　　Curriculum Vitae or Resume - Provide a professional document that summarizes your prior academic and research experience.

　　Official Transcripts - Transcripts from all post-secondary education are required. Transcripts in languages other than English must be provided with a corresponding transcript translated into English.

　　GRE - Official GRE Scores (GRE Scores are required for all students, with no exceptions). Institution code is 1898. Subject test is not required.

　　Letters of Recommendation - Three (3) signed letters on institutional letterhead are required. If you have research experience, recommendations from previous research mentors, with details about the projects on which you worked, work experience, etc. are highly recommended.

　　The minimum qualifying TOEFL score is Internet based 100. The score must be officially reported by ETS TOEFL, cannot be institutional, cannot be from provided by another university, and must be no more than two years old at the time the application is evaluated. There are no exceptions. The minimum qualifying IELTS score for the program is 7.0.

　　http://cancerbiologyprogram.med.wayne.edu/faq

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

　　Book IELTS

　　About IELTS

　　Practice and prepare

　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomes

　　

Reviews and rankings

World ranking

　　501st / 1250

　　THE World ranking

　　

What our students think

We’ve haven’t received any reviews for this institution yet.