About the course

The Ph.D. program in Immunology & Microbiology educates and trains students for research careers in immunology, microbiology or virology. During the first year of the program, students take courses in cellular and molecular biology as part of the interdisciplinary biomedical sciences curriculum, as well as courses in immunology, microbiology, and virology. Participation in journal clubs, seminars and research rotations in faculty laboratories provide opportunities to become familiar with the faculty and other students. An oral preliminary examination is administered during the summer of the first year. Selection of a dissertation advisor typically occurs after the preliminary examination. Dissertation research begins at this time and continues through the remainder of the program. A dissertation advisory committee is formed by the end of the second year and thereafter meets regularly (at least once every 6 months) with the student to review research progress and course work related to the student's doctoral program. Students typically defend their dissertation near the end of their fifth year. The program also requires submission of a first author publication to a peer-reviewed journal. 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

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

　　Completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in biology or a related scientific discipline.

　　An undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 is required along with strong grades in science courses.

　　Applicants must also submit the following documents and information:

　　Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores. When requesting official GRE test scores from ETS, the department code 0608 for Immunology should be used.

　　Three letters of recommendation, preferably from faculty members who know you and your academic work. Ask your letter writers to tell us how they know you, and their opinion about your potential for success in a career related to your area of interest.

　　A personal Statement of Purpose (one page). Include a description of your long-term goals, research experiences, and why our program seems suited for you.

　　International applicants, as defined by the WSU Graduate School, must submit TOEFL scores. A minimum TOEFL score of 100 is required. The Department Code for requesting official TOEFL test scores is 07. We also consider international students who score 6.5 or better on IELTS test.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

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