Overview

The Ph.D. in Environmental Toxicology at the University of Mississippi offers exceptional research opportunities for students passionate about addressing pressing environmental health issues.

As a student in this program, you’ll have the chance to engage in cutting-edge research that explores how environmental contaminants and stressors affect human health and ecological systems.

With access to state-of-the-art labs and a collaborative research community, you’ll dive deep into these critical topics, gaining the skills and knowledge to tackle real-world problems. The program emphasizes high-quality basic and applied research, which is key to developing effective environmental policies and regulations.

Careers

The goal is to produce scientific insights that not only drive sustainable economic growth but also enhance health services and environmental stewardship. Graduates will be well-prepared for impactful careers in academia, industry, or government, where their research will shape the future of environmental and public health.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Pharmacology and Toxicology
Environmental Toxicology
Biometry
Advanced Topics in Toxicology (BMS 767) (2 hours);
Research Ethics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

54 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United States

Disciplines

Toxicology Environmental Sciences View 116 other PhDs in Environmental Sciences 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.

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General requirements

The following items must be included in the online application:

Two letters of recommendation, at least one of which is from a faculty member in the applicant’s major study area. The letter writers will need to submit their letters themselves through the online system.
A statement of purpose
Undergraduate/graduate transcript(s). Please arrange for the official transcript(s) to be sent directly from your university to the graduate school. Only the graduate school can post the transcript(s) to the application system.

It is also possible to submit supporting documentation through the UM Graduate School’s online application system, such as:

List of publications
Research interest areas
Prior work experiences relevant to biomolecular sciences

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

30150 USD / year

≈ 30150 USD / year
Out-of-State

30150 USD / year

≈ 30150 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9990 USD / year

≈ 9990 USD / year

Living costs

Oxford

United States

850 - 1300 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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