Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Ph.D.

The department of biochemistry and molecular biology is a member of the graduate program in biomedical sciences at Saint Louis University's School of Medicine. Each year, 10-15 highly qualified candidates with bachelor's degrees are accepted into this multidisciplinary Ph.D. program. To assist students in deciding which area of biomedical research is right for them, the program provides students with opportunities for exploring research in as many as five diverse disciplines during the first year of graduate training. Courses during the first year of study focus on the basic biochemical, molecular, cellular and organismal aspects of the biomedical sciences. This prepares students for more intensive, individualized instruction in biochemistry and molecular biology.Credits - 52

pSLU students in the Health Management Major who meet the eligibility requirements may apply in the fall semester of their junior year.ppEligibility requirements include:pulliStudents must be in their fifth semester of collegiate study.liliStudents must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.40.liliStudents must demonstrate a plan to complete 90 of the 120 credits required for their health management major by the beginning of their fourth year of studies.liliStudents must be eligible to complete the accelerated curriculum with no more than 15.5 credits during any semester in year four of the program.liliStudents must be in good academic and disciplinary standing with Saint Louis University and the College for Public Health & Social Justice.liliStudents must demonstrate the potential for leadership in the field of Health Management; this can be done through engagement in volunteer activities or work experience.liulpEnglish Language Proficiency RequirementsppTo ensure a successful academic experience at Saint Louis University, we require international applicants to demonstrate they are proficient in the English language by submitting scores from any one of the following standardized tests:pp5; Internet-based p