Overview

About the program

Current research programs by department faculty are in the broadly defined areas of organic, medicinal and biological chemistry, biochemistry, biophysical chemistry, biomedical and materials sciences.

Our faculty at Florida Atlantic University are leading the way towards the discovery of novel diagnostics and therapeutics for diverse diseases like cancer, infection, and neurodegenerative diseases.

Our Chemistry graduate students are encouraged to excel in their graduate studies, to enhance their passion for science and research and to contribute to both the scientific community and society.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Tumor Invasion Mechanisms
Metalloenzymes
Natural Products Isolation
Natural Product Total Synthesis
Laser Raman Spectroscopy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-02-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

80 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boca Raton, United States

Disciplines

Chemistry View 157 other PhDs in Chemistry in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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150 _(verbal)

152 _{(quantitative)}

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Other requirements

General requirements

BS or BA in Chemistry or related field
Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and Graduate GPA of 3.0 (if applicable)
GRE test score of 150 (verbal) and 152 (quantitative)
Three letters of recommendation
Statement of personal objectives in essay form
Resume
A general evaluation of international transcripts is required; FAU will do the evaluation or it must be done by a NACES member

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

19792 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 19792 USD per year during 72 months.
National

19792 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19792 USD per year during 72 months.
In-State

7592 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7592 USD per year during 72 months.

Living costs for Boca Raton

900 - 1400 USD /month

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