Overview

The Genetics, Molecular and Cellular Biology curriculum at Tufts University is grounded in the fundamentals of genetics and molecular biology and cell biology. Students acquire a firm grounding in fundamentals while obtaining the knowledge to attack contemporary biomedical problems in these areas.

Programme Structure

Topics include:

Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Genetics
Scientific Ethics
Gene Expression & Signal Transduction
Biomedical Statistics & Computational Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Molecular Sciences Genetics View 143 other PhDs in Molecular Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

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Required

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Prospective applicants are evaluated based on prior grades, three letters of recommendation, and personal statements. Prior research experience is strongly valued but is not required.
A personal interview is an important part of our evaluation process and may be conducted in person or virtually. An undergraduate major in the biological or life sciences is recommended, but not required.
The GRE is not required but can be submitted with the application.

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Tuition Fee

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International

19326 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 19326 USD per year during 36 months.
National

19326 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 19326 USD per year during 36 months.
In-State

19326 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19326 USD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Medford

1458 - 3019 USD /month

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