Overview

Curriculum

Students in Neuro at JAX complete the same curriculum as students in Neuroscience. Didactic course work, journal clubs and seminars are all part of the course of study. These activities are available via video links so that students at all locations can participate.

Like other students in the Neuroscience program at Tufts University, students at JAX carry out three laboratory rotations in their first year to expose them to different research projects, mentors and laboratory settings.

Students have access to all of the scientific resources of The Jackson Laboratory, including comprehensive research core facilities and exceptional training opportunities through JAX’s Courses and Conferences programs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Graduate Biochemistry
Graduate Cell Biology
Applied Ethics for Scientists
Neuro Research Techniques
Biomedical Statistics & Computational Biology
Neuroscience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-07-01 00:00:00

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More details

Candidates are admitted on a rolling schedule, beginning as early as January.

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students seeking admission to the Neuroscience Program must meet the requirements of the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. A strong background in cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, and cellular neuroscience are also recommended.

Academic Records
Letters of Recommendation
Personal Statement
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Graduate Record Examination (if required)
Evidence of English Proficiency for Non-Native Speakers of English (if required)

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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 84 months.
National

19326 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 19326 USD per year during 84 months.
In-State

19326 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 19326 USD per year during 84 months.

Living costs for Medford

1458 - 3019 USD /month

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