Overview

Features

Graduate students in the Department of Microbiology at University of Georgia will be supported by assistantships or fellowships. Several Ph.D. candidates have also been awarded the University’s highly competitive Presidential Graduate Fellowship, which has an annual stipend.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

There is a connecting thread to all the research in the Microbiology Graduate Program: the study of diverse microorganisms from the molecular level to the organismal and community levels in order to develop a complete picture of the role of microbial life in our biosphere.

Since its formation, in 1953, the Department of Microbiology has enjoyed sustained growth and developed an international reputation in prokaryotic biology.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-05-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-02-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-08-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Microbiology View 78 other PhDs in Microbiology in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students with a B.S. degree may apply directly to the Ph.D. program. Degree requirements include the successful completion of course work and comprehensive exams, and submission of a thesis or dissertation consisting of original, scholarly research in the field of microbiology.

In the first three semesters, students take a core curriculum in microbial physiology and metabolism, molecular biology, and microbial diversity.

Advanced courses in specialized areas are also available through the Department of Microbiology and the Division of Biological Sciences.

Tuition Fee

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International

24630 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24630 USD per year during 36 months.
National

24630 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24630 USD per year during 36 months.
In-State

8682 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8682 USD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Athens

720 - 1170 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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