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PhD Pharmacology and Physiology at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

The doctor of philosophy (PhD) in pharmacology and physiology program centers on biological systems, including the interaction of molecules (drugs), function integration of organ systems and how cells regulate ionic metabolic fluxes under normal and pathophysiological states. The program begins with interdisciplinary coursework in genes, cells, and systems in biomedical sciences, professional development in scientific communication and science careers, and laboratory rotations offered through GW’s Integrated Biomedical Sciences program.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Biomedical Sciences  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate Programs. 72 credits, including required core and elective courses. Successful completion of a grant-style qualifier examination is required for advancement to candidacy. In addition, students perform full-time research in faculty laboratories for the duration of their program.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are made through the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences graduate admissions office; programme-specific requirements are published on the college application requirements page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school.

Apply through the official page: https://columbian.gwu.edu/graduate-admissions-faq

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