Overview

Our growing Biochemistry and Molecular Biology program from Clark University combines faculty expertise, research capability, and technology with a supportive environment where students receive mentoring in research and preparation for rewarding careers.

Key Features

Collaboration — between faculty, research scientists, fellow graduate students, undergraduates, and our interdisciplinary research partners in the STEM fields — is at the core of our program.

As such, there is a sense of community and shared purpose among our diverse group of students inside and outside of our labs and research groups. In addition, our Central Massachusetts location allows students access to the local biotechnology and scientific community, a booming industry within the commonwealth.

Accreditation

Clark University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

Programme Structure

The program offers a variety of specializations including:

Protein structure and function

Experimental biophysical chemistry

NMR spectroscopy

Chemical biology

Molecular genetics

Developmental biology

Signal transduction

Cell division

Molecular evolution

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Molecular Sciences Biochemistry View 101 other PhDs in Biochemistry 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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application form

Application fee (nonrefundable): $75

Personal statement

Letters of recommendation

Résumé

All academic transcripts

English Language Requirements — International applicants only

Test scores and other program-specific requirements

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

11488 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 57440 USD for the full programme during 60 months.
National

11488 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 57440 USD for the full programme during 60 months.
In-State

11488 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 57440 USD for the full programme during 60 months.

Living costs for Worcester

1100 - 1620 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Clark rewards strong applicants with generous merit-based scholarships, equal to 25% to 100% of tuition, and assistantships, where students work with faculty or professional staff on special projects while earning a stipend that helps fund their education.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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