Overview

Biology is a field of science that is dynamic and ever-changing. Whether related to the environment or to issues of human health and disease, new challenges are numerous and will require a knowledgeable and engaged graduate student at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Outcomes

UAB trains students who we believe will become outstanding biologists: those who understand their specific field of interest, yet are knowledgeable in all aspects of biology.

We expect these students to contribute to the scientific community and society. We offer the opportunity for students to fully engage biology and to become our future leaders in the sciences.

Programme Structure

Areas of study include:

ecophysiology
cellular and molecular biology
endocrinology
ecology of aquatic organisms
models related to human disease

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United States

Disciplines

Biology View 351 other PhDs in Biology in United States

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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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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

undergraduate degree in a biological science
A-B-level scholarship in all biology courses
two semesters of organic chemistry, two semesters of physics, and mathematics through calculus
GRE general test is no longer required for admission
a personal statement of career goals
three letters of evaluation from individuals with a thorough knowledge of the applicant's academic abilities and potential

Since the department's faculty represent a diverse array of research interests, it is strongly recommended that a student contact a potential faculty mentor to discuss common interests prior to applying.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12420 USD / year

≈ 12420 USD / year
Out-of-State

12420 USD / year

≈ 12420 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4988 USD / year

≈ 4988 USD / year

Living costs

Birmingham

United States

1019 - 1648 USD / month

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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