Overview

Features

A defining feature of the Cell and Molecular Biology - Cancer Biology program at the University of Pennsylvania is its central role in bringing together the diverse facets of cancer research across Penn’s campus.

This nucleating function of the program positions students and their research in the spotlight of the community and provides an outstanding mechanism for engagement amongst students and faculty across diverse scientific disciplines.

As a community, our mission is to create and nurture an environment that fosters professional development, ignites a passion for research, and embraces collaboration amongst its membership.
As faculty, our goal is to empower students with the capability to launch careers dedicated to improving our understanding and treatment of cancer.
As students, our goal is to realize our potential as scientists, prepare for the next step in our careers, and contribute new knowledge to the field of cancer research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cell Biology
Cancer Biology and Genetics
Regulation of the Genome
Cancer Biology and Genetics
The Cell Cycle, Genome Integrity and Cancer
Stress Responses in Metabolism and Cancer
Cell Control by Signal Transduction Pathways
Tumor Microenvironment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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100

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

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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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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Letters of Recommendation
Transcripts & Academic History
Application Fee
We expect that all of our applicants will have had significant research experience. Please include specific information about your research experience in your personal statement.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

44792 USD / year

≈ 44792 USD / year
Out-of-State

44792 USD / year

≈ 44792 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

44792 USD / year

≈ 44792 USD / year

Additional Details

Most of our PhD programs are fully funded, meaning the program will pay for your tuition and fees, as well as provide you with a minimum stipend of $39,425.

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 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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Programme Structure

Key information

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Start dates & application deadlines

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Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Philadelphia

Funding

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