Overview

The University of Arizona offers a Ph.D.in Neuroscience through the Graduate Interdisciplinary Program.

Key Features

Students participate in designing their own individually tailored programs that provide a thorough base of knowledge in the many facets of neuroscience as well as depth in chosen areas of specialization.

Because of the breadth of expertise represented by faculty, students have access to education and research training opportunities in areas ranging from molecular, cellular, systems, behavioral, cognitive, theoretical, and clinical neuroscience.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology

Systems Neuroscience

Research Rotations in the laboratories of three members of the Neuroscience

Science Writing Strategies, Skills & Ethics

Survival Skills and Ethics

Scientific Grantsmanship

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tucson, United States

Disciplines

Neuroscience View 103 other PhDs in Neuroscience in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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General requirements

GPA of 3.5 or higher
For international students, a TOEFL score of 550 (paper based) or 79 (iBT) or higher or other acceptable English proficiency credentials
3 strong letters of recommendation from college professors, one of whom served as advisor for an independent research study; international students should provide at least one letter from a scientist who works in or knows well the U.S. system
A strong personal statement indicating basis for interest in graduate study in neuroscience, relevant background, and career goals
The GRE is no longer required.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Out-of-State

23400 USD / year

≈ 23400 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12700 USD / year

≈ 12700 USD / year

Living costs

Tucson

United States

830 - 1140 USD / month

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Key Features

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

Tucson

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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