Doctor of Philosophy in Biology

Ph.D. students spend their first year developing their research project while engaging in our Integrative Biology course in preparation for the presentation of First-Year Prospectus plan for their research. Each Ph.D. student assembles an Advisory Committee of five faculty to guide their research throughout their studies. The Ph.D. Qualifying Examination is generally taken in the second year in which students work with the Advisory Committee to test and explore their knowledge through a rigorous written exam, revision process, and oral examination. In the third year, students further develop their research plan and present a Third-Year Prospectus as a first draft of their future dissertation or grant research proposal. Finally, students complete their written dissertation and present both a departmental seminar presentation and a final presentation for their advisory committee.

Prepare required materials – Personal Statement Transcript(s) (unofficial transcripts may be used for the review process) Request letters of recommendation Test reports (unofficial reports may be used for the review process) Prepare additional program requirements (if required by your program)Undergraduate seniors and graduates of accredited U.S. colleges and universities or recognized foreign institutions may apply for admission to the Graduate School for study on the Reynolda campus.Undergraduates must complete their degree requirements prior to entering the Graduate School. The Graduate School.Whatever your previous academic training may have been, all applicants should have superior records. This requirement is usually interpreted as at least a B (3.0 GPA or greater) average or standing in the upper quarter of the class or both.