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PhD Pathology at University of Rochester

University of Rochester, United States

Programme overview

Students graduate in an average of 5.5 years, with a concentration in Cell Biology of Disease, Cancer Biology or Bioinformatics. Funding includes a full-tuition scholarship, individual health insurance and an annual stipend. Fewer than 20% of applicants are admitted each year.

Faculty: School of Medicine and Dentistry  |  Department: Pathology  |  Duration: Average 5.5 years to graduate  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Rochester, NY, United States

What you will study

Year 1: foundational coursework in molecular and cell biology and human disease and research rotations in three labs. Year 2: choose a mentor, begin thesis research, take electives, choose a concentration and defend a research plan. Then primarily thesis research.

Career pathways

Graduates work in academic, medical, industrial, non-profit and governmental settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Programme: bachelor's degree in biological, chemical or biomedical sciences with laboratory research experience and a minimum GPA of 3.0. Statement of purpose, transcripts from all institutions, resume or CV, 3 recommendation letters (research supervisors preferred). English test (TOEFL iBT, IELTS or Duolingo) within two years for non-native speakers. GRE optional; scores above the 60th percentile considered competitive. Deadline December 1 per the school table; interviews winter and spring.

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: Fall

Duration: Average 5.5 years to graduate

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