Biochemistry, MS, PhD - Application Process

Deadlines

Application Process

First:
Apply online.  

Then:

1. Submit official college transcripts from all colleges attended. If you attended USciences we will obtain this transcript for you.
2. Submit a ​1000-word ​(500-word for MS (non-thesis) applicants) personal statement explaining your short and long term study and career goals. ​Applicants to MS (thesis) and PhD - also, please identify at least two of the program’s faculty whose research interests align most closely with yours. Personal statement may be submitted as part of application via the application portal. 
3. Submit resume or CV.
4. Submit three letters of recommendation.

Prerequisites

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or be currently enrolled in an undergraduate/first-professional degree program at the University.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.  More information.
• Present transfer credit, earn advanced placement credit by examination, or obtain credit in undergraduate courses in:
  • Calculus (2 semesters)
  • Genetics (1 semester)
  • Analytical Chemistry (1 semester)
  • Literature of Chemistry (1 semester)
  • English Composition (1 semester)
  • Biochemistry (2 semesters)
  • Biochemistry Laboratory (1 semester)
  • Physical Chemistry (1 semester)
  • Cell Biology or Advanced Biochemistry (1 semester)
  • Organic Chemistry with laboratory (2 semesters)

Required Examinations

• GRE - submission of scores is optional for Spring 2021 and Fall 2021 applicants