Overview

Research interests of our faculty range from analyzing molecular and cellular processes to studying the ecological & evolutionary determinants of biological form and function. Faculty conduct research on a diversity of biological systems, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, plants, and animals, representing all major groups of living organisms.

About the program

The Biological Sciences program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is highly flexible allowing you to tailor your curriculum to meet your individual interests and goals.

Following receipt of their degrees, students are competitive for a wide range of positions. Former students now hold positions at academic institutions, in government, and in private industry.

Programme Structure

Specializations include:

Bioinformatics
Ecology, Evolution and Behavior
Genetics, Cell and Molecular Biology
Plant Pathology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

85

Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Ecology Genetics View 79 other PhDs in Genetics in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

85

Other requirements

General requirements

Application for Admission with $50 non-refundable application fee.
Transcripts. If International: upload copies of all college- or university-level transcripts or mark sheets (records of courses and marks earned), with certiﬁcates, diplomas, and degrees plus certiﬁed English translations.
If applicant’s native language is not English, verification of English proficiency is required.
If applicant is not a US citizen and expects an F or J visa: financial information.
Three recommendation letters
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Personal Statement: Your statement of purpose should be no longer than 2 pages.
Faculty: Identify up to four faculty who share your research interests and with whom you would like to work.

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees

International

11205 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 996 USD per credit during 96 months.
National

11205 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 996 USD per credit during 96 months.
In-State

3836 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 341 USD per credit during 96 months.

Living costs for Lincoln

926 - 1371 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Biological Sciences.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About