Overview
The graduate program has approximately 130 faculty members from the two universities with research that spans the broad fields of molecular biology, cell biology, cancer biology, genetics, neurobiology, and developmental biology.
Features
- Researchers draw upon diverse experimental systems ranging from tissue culture, invertebrates, and humans.
- The goal of the Cell and Developmental Biology program at Rutgers University is to provide a challenging and rewarding environment in which students can develop fully their research skills for future careers in academia or in biotech/pharma.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- The PhD requirements include a set of first-year core courses, encompassing a broad range of biological topics.
- In addition, a series of seminar courses designed to enhance critical thinking and experimental design are incorporated into the first year curriculum.
- At the end of the first year and going forward, students are required to conduct laboratory research, pass parts I and II of the qualifying examination, and write and defend a research dissertation.
- All Ph.D. students will receive a competitive stipend, health benefits, and tuition remission for the duration of their graduate studies, provided that academic standards are met and progress towards a Ph.D. is maintained.
- All students must maintain a cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or better to remain in the program.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Disciplines
Biology View 310 other PhDs in Biology in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Personal statement, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.
- Explain your motivation for pursuing a PhD degree. Describe your previous research experience(s), highlighting objectives, challenges and outcomes.
- Describe your interests and what attracts you to Rutgers. If there is something in particular you feel the Admission Committee should know about, include it here. Your personal statement should be between 1 and 2 pages in length.
Tuition Fee
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International
33722 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33722 USD per year during 36 months. -
National
33722 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33722 USD per year during 36 months. -
In-State
19824 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19824 USD per year during 36 months.
Living costs for New Brunswick
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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