Overview
Biochemistry from Louisiana State University requires formulation and execution of original research, as demonstrated by production of research publications and a dissertation.
Careers
Our program prepares students for professional careers in biochemical research and teaching. Research interests within the department encompass a broad range, including cell and molecular biology, virology, plant biochemistry, enzymology, and protein, DNA, and carbohydrate molecular biophysics.Programme Structure
Courses include:- Plant Molecular Biology
- Plant Growth and Development
- Plant Metabolism
- Selected Topics in Plant Physiology
- Population Ecology
- Community Ecology
- Molecular Evolution
- Systematic Biology
- Marine Ecology
- Mechanisms of Eukaryotic Gene Regulation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Chemistry Biology Biochemistry View 109 other PhDs in Biochemistry in United StatesAcademic requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants must score at least 305 on the GRE (verbal plus quantitative scores) and 100 (iBT) or equivalent on the TOEFL (for international students who have not received a degree from an English-based institution) to be considered for admission.
- Official transcripts from the registrar of each college or university you previously or currently attend.
- An overall GPA of at least 3.00 ("A" = 4.0) is required.
- Statement of Purpose
- Academic Experiences
- A non-refundable fee of $50.00 (U.S.) and $70.00 (nonimmigrant) and can be paid in the form of a check, money order or credit card payable to Louisiana State University.
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
Tuition Fee
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International
29456 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29456 USD per year during 36 months. -
National
29456 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29456 USD per year during 36 months. -
In-State
12541 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12541 USD per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Baton Rouge
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Funding
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