Overview

We offer in-depth coursework and diverse research opportunities that focus on immunology, microbiology and virology.

Features

The flexibility of our training Immunology, Microbiology and Virology program at University of Rochester allows students to train in a number of exciting research areas including: cancer, autoimmune disease, respiratory pathogens and often allows students to develop highly effective interdisciplinary collaborations, resulting in cutting edge thesis projects.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Ethics in Research

Modern Biology

Microbiology & Immunology Student Seminar

Laboratory Rotations

Experimental Design and Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rochester, United States

Disciplines

Immunology View 33 other PhDs in Immunology in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Create an SMD Graduate Admissions Application

Statement of Purpose

Applicants are also encouraged to discuss extra-curricular activities related to science.

Uploaded copy of transcript(s) to online application.

Please do not mail a hard copy at this time.

3 Letters of Recommendation

GRE Scores will not be used by the admissions committee even if submitted. Note, because we share our admissions system with other programs, currently we are unable to remove the field to collect GRE information. Applicants can disregard this field. If GRE scores are submitted, the committee will not look at it or take it into account when making admissions decisions.

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Living costs

Rochester

United States

925 - 1350 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

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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