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PhD Chemistry at Brandeis University

Brandeis University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Chemistry offers well-funded research programs with faculty collaborating globally on scientific, social and economic problems. Students may also take part in the interdepartmental Graduate Program in Quantitative Biology.

Faculty: School of Science, Engineering and Technology  |  Department: Department of Chemistry  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Waltham, MA, United States

What you will study

The program starts with a year of courses in the student's area of interest, supplemented by advanced courses in other areas of chemistry and, where appropriate, biochemistry, biology, mathematics and physics. Later years focus on research leading to a PhD dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates go on to careers and leadership positions in academia and the pharmaceutical, chemical and petroleum industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate (PhD) admission requirements published by Brandeis Graduate Admissions: bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. or international institution, transcripts, letters of recommendation, résumé, statement of purpose; GRE optional; online application.

PhD admission is for Fall 2027.

PhD deadlines: Round 1 December 1 (Chemistry, Psychology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry and Biophysics); Round 2 January 15 (Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, Social Policy, History). The Fall 2027 application opens in mid-October; online application fee $75 unless waived.

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