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PhD Chemistry at Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University, United States

Programme overview

Students in our program have the opportunity to learn techniques, tools, perspectives, concepts, and/or theories from multiple disciplines as the background in specialized knowledge necessary to advance fundamental understanding or solve problems. Qualifications Applicants should have worked, or be currently working, towards an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical biology, or have completed equivalent 35 hours of the basic undergraduate courses in general chemistry, quantitative analysis, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry. Information to Submit In order to complete your application to join the graduate program of chemistry you will need to

Faculty: Graduate School  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Nashville, TN, United States

What you will study

We use a holistic review process and take into account your grades (particularly in STEM coursework), GRE scores (if provided), letters of recommendation, and statement of purpose. Qualifications Applicants should have worked, or be currently working, towards an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical biology, or have completed equivalent 35 hours of the basic undergraduate courses in general chemistry, quantitative analysis, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry.

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Entry requirements

We use a holistic review process and take into account your grades (particularly in STEM coursework), GRE scores (if provided), letters of recommendation, and statement of purpose. Qualifications Applicants should have worked, or be currently working, towards an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical biology, or have completed equivalent 35 hours of the basic undergraduate courses in general chemistry, quantitative analysis, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry. Information to Submit In order to complete your application to join the graduate program of chemistry you will need to include all of your most up-to-date academic transcripts , a minimum of three letters of recommendation, a Statement of Purpose , and any additional documentation you

Graduate School fall application deadlines differ by department and range from 1 December to 15 January. The Graduate School application fee is $95, paid online after submitting the application, and only one fee is charged for up to two programme applications per year.

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