Overview

Courses in this Biology program at Catholic University of America provide a foundation in biochemistry, cell biology, developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, neurobiology, and virology.

Features

In addition, presentations and participation in a graduate seminar program prepare students to be effective teachers and communicators.

All graduate students accepted in the doctoral program are required to do some teaching during graduate training.

Programme Structure

The curriculum for these two options is identical with two exceptions:

students in the direct Ph.D. option complete their written comprehensive examination during the fifth semester of studies;

students in the direct Ph.D. option must also complete one Research Problems course within the first three semesters of study in order for the faculty to evaluate their research potential. It is possible, however, for a student originally accepted into the M.S./Ph.D. option to request conversion to the direct Ph.D. program.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

24 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

Biology View 351 other PhDs in Biology 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

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed Catholic University online application along with application fee.

Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (Unofficial transcripts can be used for the admissions review.)

English Proficiency test scores for international students only

Three letters of recommendation

A statement of purpose

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

8112 USD / year

≈ 8112 USD / year
Out-of-State

8112 USD / year

≈ 8112 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8112 USD / year

≈ 8112 USD / year

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 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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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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