PhD Biology at University of Idaho

Programme overview

As a graduate student in the Doctor of Philosophy in biology program, you'll gain hands-on experience conducting experiments, assisting in undergraduate instruction and engaging with topics in research ethics and professional development. You'll collaborate with expert faculty on research in areas like cellular biology, neurobiology, evolutionary science, ecology or reproductive systems.

Faculty: College of Science | Duration: 78 credits | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall | Location: Moscow, ID, United States

Career pathways

Whether you're aiming to innovate new medical treatments, advance agricultural technologies, contribute to environmental policy or pursue a career in academia, a doctorate in biological sciences equips you with the knowledge and research skills to reach your goals. Related occupations listed for this programme include Natural Sciences Managers; Clinical Research Coordinators; Water Resource Specialists; Bioinformatics Scientists; Molecular and Cellular Biologists; Geneticists.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Education level: Bachelor's; GPA : 3.0; GRE : No; TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo : 79/6.5/115 (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language; TOEFL score of 92 or equivalent is required for teaching fellowship); Number of references : Three; Other requirements : Indicate faculty members you would like to work with in your statement of purpose. Applicants must also meet University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

Graduate priority dates for full consideration for admission and funding: fall Jan. 15, spring Sept. 1, summer Jan. 15. Programme-specific deadlines take precedence. The online application fee is $50 (non-refundable).

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/graduate-studies/admissions

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