Overview

The research emphasis is on projects that are use-inspired, contributing directly to solutions for important societal challenges. This is a highly mentored program of personalized study that provides significant interaction with the large and vibrant local research community.

Career Opportunities

Biological Design graduates at Arizona State University are trained at the intersection of biological sciences, physical sciences and technology through innovation, design and production.

They find career opportunities in health care, biotechnology, pharmaceutical discovery, biomanufacturing, security, environmental and food agribusinesses.

Career examples include:

biochemists and biophysicists
clinical scientists
environmental engineers
health and safety engineers
medical scientists and engineers
microbiologists

Programme Structure

The research opportunities within the program address urgent, societally-relevant challenges. Examples include:

Faster, more accurate detection and diagnosis of disease
Personalized treatments that reduce side-effects
Sustainable energy sources

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

84 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tempe, United States

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Biotechnology View 90 other PhDs in Biomedical Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.

All applicants must submit:

graduate admission application and application fee
official transcripts
three letters of recommendation
personal statement
resume
proof of English proficiency

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

30348 USD / year

≈ 30348 USD / year
Out-of-State

27810 USD / year

≈ 27810 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12940 USD / year

≈ 12940 USD / year

Living costs

Tempe

United States

900 - 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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Scholarships Information

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