PhD Neuroscience at Stony Brook University

Programme overview

The PhD in Neuroscience provides in-depth research training in molecular, biochemical, physiological, behavioral, anatomical and computational neuroscience. Students begin dissertation research in a programme faculty laboratory at the end of the first year, and the dissertation must be of publishable quality.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences and Renaissance School of Medicine | Department: Graduate Program in Neuroscience | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

Required core courses include Cellular Neuroscience, Molecular Neuroscience, Sensory and Motor Systems, Neural Plasticity Learning and Memory, Writing Neuroscience, Mammalian Neuroanatomy, Neurobiology of Disease, a seminar series and three laboratory rotations in the first year, plus at least two graduate electives. Students defend a thesis proposal at the end of year two, serve as teaching assistants for two semesters, advance to candidacy and defend a dissertation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School requirements: bachelor's degree from a recognized university, GPA of B or higher, recommendations of three former instructors. Non-native English speakers need TOEFL minimum of 600 paper, 250 computer or 100 iBT. Programme requirements: one year of calculus, physics and chemistry, demonstrated proficiency in biological sciences, and laboratory research experience (deficiencies do not preclude admission). Suggested: BS or BA in a life science related field with minimum GPA of 3.00, three letters of recommendation and a personal statement. Official transcripts only required once admitted.

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 School: the application fee is $100 (limited exceptions). Deadlines vary by program; for fall applications considered for funding the deadline is typically January 15.

Apply through the official page: https://www.stonybrook.edu/grad/admissions/apply-graduate-programs.html

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