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PhD Chemical Biology at Harvard University

Harvard University, United States

Programme overview

Chemical Biology is a rapidly growing field that combines the rigor and quantitative aspects of traditional chemistry with the excitement and medical relevance of modern molecular, cellular, organismic, and human biology. The Chemical Biology PhD Program is one of the programs in the Harvard Integrated Life Sciences, which facilitates collaboration and cross-disciplinary research.

Faculty: Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Chemical Biology  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

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Entry requirements

Harvard Griffin GSAS admission (programme-specific) - Academic Background: Typical students have a strong background in one of the disciplines relevant to chemical biology and a strong interest in interdisciplinary research. Be sure to indicate the faculty that interest you in the Faculty section of the application for admission. Personal Statement: Required. Standardized Tests: GRE General: Optional; GRE Mathematics, Physics, or Psychology Subject Tests: Optional.

USD 59,048 a year (2026-2027). Full tuition rate for the first two years of study (reduced in years 3-4); PhD students typically receive grants covering tuition. Source

Intake: Fall

Apply through the official page: https://gsas.harvard.edu/apply

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