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PhD Genetics, Molecular and Cellular Biology at Tufts University

Tufts University, United States

Programme overview

The Genetics, Molecular and Cellular Biology PhD at Tufts GSBS trains students in molecular biology, genetics, cell biology and chemical biology, with thesis research beginning by March of the first year.

Faculty: Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences  |  Duration: 5.5-6 years on average  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Medford, MA, United States

What you will study

Seminar-based courses, journal clubs, regular research presentations and three laboratory rotations in the first year.

Career pathways

Academic research, biotechnology and pharmaceutical sciences, industry and translational research, science policy, law, consulting, teaching and communication.

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Application information

USD 46,500 a year (2026-2027). Full tuition listed on the programme page under funding; amount not stated as charged to the student. Source

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.

Intake: September

Duration: 5.5-6 years on average

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