Overview

About the program

Our Biochemistry and Cell Biology program at Rice University builds a strong foundation in modern biochemistry and cell biology, while developing critical thought and independence to ensure competitive preparation for a future research career. Formal course work is developed through consultation between the student and an advisory committee of faculty members.

Faculty have research expertise in diverse areas including biochemistry, biophysics and structural biology, cancer biology, cell and developmental biology, computational biology, genetics, microbiology, neurobiology, plant biology, signal transduction, and synthetic and systems biology.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physical Biology
Stem Cell Biology
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Conservation Biology
Microbiology and Biotechnology
Plant Molecular Genetics and Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00

More details

Applications submitted by December 1 will be prioritized for early evaluation.
The application deadline is December 31.

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

A minimum of 90 credit hours of approved coursework beyond the bachelor's degree and a minimum of 60 hours beyond a master's degree.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

Molecular Sciences Biochemistry View 96 other PhDs in Biochemistry 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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General requirements

Application Form & Fee
Transcripts
Official Test Scores
English Language Proficiency (International applicants only)
Statement of Purpose
Writing Sample
Recommendation Letters

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

62474 USD / year

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Out-of-State

62474 USD / year

≈ 62474 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

62474 USD / year

≈ 62474 USD / year

Living costs

Houston

United States

1067 - 1950 USD / month

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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Houston

Funding

Scholarships Information

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