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PhD Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at University of Oklahoma

University of Oklahoma, United States

Programme overview

Research doctorate investigating molecular processes in human biology: gene expression, cellular signalling, intermediary metabolism, mitochondrial biology, membrane trafficking, structural biology and macromolecular assembly. Class size is 4-6 per year; average admitted GPA is 3.5.

Faculty: College of Medicine / Graduate College  |  Department: Biochemistry and Physiology  |  Duration: Average 4.5 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Norman, OK, United States

What you will study

Students first complete the Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences (GPiBS) first-year curriculum and lab rotations, then join a participating faculty laboratory.

Career pathways

Academic science, biotechnology, government research and the pharmaceutical industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission through the GPiBS pathway: good standing in the GPiBS curriculum, or having passed the Step 1 board exam for MD/PhD students.

Domestic applicants: USD 5,681 a year (2026-2027). Oklahoma resident tuition. First-year annual tuition estimate listed for Graduate College programmes in Medicine, Pharmacy and Public Health; funded PhD students receive tuition waivers and a stipend. Source

International applicants: USD 21,953 a year (2026-2027). Nonresident tuition (applies to out-of-state and international students). First-year annual tuition estimate listed for Graduate College programmes in Medicine, Pharmacy and Public Health; funded PhD students receive tuition waivers and a stipend. Source

Duration: Average 4.5 years

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