PhD Genetics Area Program at University of Missouri-Columbia

Programme overview

PhD Genetics Area Program is offered at the University of Missouri through Genetics Area Program in the Graduate School.

Faculty: Graduate School | Department: Genetics Area Program | Location: Columbia, MO, United States

What you will study

Prerequisites include the following courses or their equivalents: BIO_SC 2200 General Genetics , BIOCHM 4270 Biochemistry , STAT 1400 Elementary Statistics for Life Sciences . In general, the minimum requirements for the PhD degree, beyond the requirements of the Graduate School, are outlined below.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Fall deadline: January 15 Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours Bachelor's degree One or more courses in each of the following areas: organic chemistry, biochemistry, mathematics (calculus and statistics), physics, introductory genetics Required language test scores for international applicants. Requirement may be found on the Graduate School website . Broad background in biology Scientific Research is very important Note: Deficiencies in the subjects listed can be remedied after admission. The following required application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School via the Slate application system : Copy of all postsecondary education transcripts 3 letters of recommendation Personal Statement Current CV Summary of research experience <h2

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 programmes apply through the Graduate School online application for admission, which requires a qualifying bachelor degree and at least a 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of baccalaureate coursework; School of Law, School of Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine and Occupational Therapy Doctorate have their own application processes.

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.missouri.edu/admissions/

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