Overview

About the program

An interdisciplinary program leading to the Ph.D. degree in Animal Biosciences is offered under the direction of a committee composed of program graduate faculty at The University of Vermont.

The goal of this interdisciplinary program is to provide advanced education and research training in nutrition, metabolism, lactation, reproduction, genetics, and/or animal health.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Lactation and Mammary Biology
Nutrition and Nutritional Physiology
Animal/Human Health
Animal Genetics
Reproductive Physiology
Farm Biosecurity
Dairy Management
Food Science and Animal Products

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 108 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

75 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Burlington, United States

Disciplines

Biodiversity & Conservation Animal Science View 47 other PhDs in Animal Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

To be considered for admission, applicants must show promise of ability to pursue advanced study, have adequate preparation in the field, and be fluent in the English language.

The following required elements must be received in order for your application to be considered:

Statement of purpose
Three letters of recommendation
Transcript(s)
Test scores for English proficiency, for applicants whose native language is not English

Optional supporting materials to include in your online application can include a resume or curriculum vitae.

We are particularly interested in receiving a list of any publications, scientific presentations or academic awards.
A writing sample other than your statement of purpose may also be submitted to support your application.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

15500 USD / year

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Out-of-State

15500 USD / year

≈ 15500 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

5766 USD / year

≈ 5766 USD / year

Living costs

Burlington

United States

1269 - 1888 USD / month

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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Burlington

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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