Overview

The Biology PhD program from Mississippi State University, research by the Graduate Faculty focuses on mechanisms of organism function in terms of cell properties and structural components, variation in the structure and function of organisms and other complex biological systems, and the integration of biological scales and processes.

Graduate training at the Biology program from Mississippi State University emphasizes preparation for careers in teaching and research in both academic and nonacademic positions.

Key facts:

The Doctor of Philosophy degree requires two semesters in residence, oral and written comprehensive exams, and a defense of the dissertation. Course requirements vary according to the needs of the student.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research by the Graduate Faculty focuses on mechanisms of organism function in terms of cell properties and structural components, variation in the structure and function of organisms and other complex biological systems, and the integration of biological scales and processes.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

4.5

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Credits

20 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Starkville, United States

Disciplines

Biology View 358 other PhDs in Biology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

IELTS

4.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To earn the doctoral degree, a candidate must demonstrate mastery of a particular field of knowledge, of the techniques of research, and of the correlation of their specialty with the larger areas of knowledge, especially those directly related to their field of interest.

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Tuition Fee

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International

27637 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27637 USD per year during 12 months.
National

27637 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27637 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

10052 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10052 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Starkville

800 - 1300 USD /month

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