Overview

Features

The Department of Bacteriology in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and the Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology in the School of Medicine and Public Health at University of Wisconsin Madison (see separate course listings) administer the interdepartmental microbiology doctoral training program (MDTP).

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Current Issues in Microbiology

Advanced Problems in Microbiology

Advanced Genomic and Proteomic Analysis

Physiology of Microorganisms

Advanced Microbial Genetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

51 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madison, United States

Disciplines

Microbiology View 79 other PhDs in Microbiology 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Personal statement, also known as “Statement of Purpose”.

A statement of applicant’s experiences and ambitions that will contribute to the program's commitment to diversity and inclusion.

An official or unofficial copy of transcripts from each college or university attended.

Three or more letters of reference from individuals (faculty, staff, supervisor, mentor) who can comment on the applicant’s qualifications. This should include scholarly and academic qualifications, and can also include experiences in teaching, outreach, and community service. Directions for submission will be provided once you have initiated your application.

A brief resume/CV listing academic awards, scholarships, location and length of research experiences, co-authorship on any publications or presentations at scientific conferences.

Any student whose undergraduate instruction was not in English should also submit results of the TOEFL examination.

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

25732 USD / year

≈ 25732 USD / year
Out-of-State

25732 USD / year

≈ 25732 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12404 USD / year

≈ 12404 USD / year

Living costs

Madison

United States

1015 - 1752 USD / month

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

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Madison

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