Overview

Our graduate program in Biological Sciences at the University of Cincinnati is a research program, with specialties covering all levels of biological organization, including:

Molecular biology
Cell and microbial biology
Genetics
Animal and plant physiology
Animal behavior
Evolution and ecology
Environmental biology

We use comparative approaches to study both the evolutionary history and ecological consequences of biodiversity. These strengths complement and expand upon programs in Medicine and Engineering, and students are encouraged to draw upon the offerings of these academic units as part of their program of study.

Careers

Our graduates go on to careers in a variety of professions, including in industry, as academic professors, as instructors in liberal arts colleges and high schools, naturalists, conservation professionals, and with local partners such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Cincinnati Zoo and Botancial Garden, and the Cincinnati Museum Center.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bioinformatics
Behavioral Genetics
Advanced Cell Biology
Environmental Exposure and Toxicology
Comparative Endocrinology
Ecosystem Ecology
Plant Ecology
Tropical Ecology
Evolutionary Biology
Immunology
Biology of Cancer
Human Physiology & Biomechanics
Invertebrate Zoology
Human/Comparative Physiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Post Baccalaureate Minimum Credits: 90
Post Master's Minimum Credits: 60

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cincinnati, United States

Disciplines

Biology View 351 other PhDs in Biology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

For graduate programs, the university welcomes applications from students who hold a bachelor's degree (or higher) from a college or university accredited by accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV purposes or the international equivalent.
Submit unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
2 Letters of Recommendation
Proof of English Language Proficiency (for international applicants)
CV/Resume and Personal Statement

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

26644 USD / year

≈ 26644 USD / year
Out-of-State

26644 USD / year

≈ 26644 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14902 USD / year

≈ 14902 USD / year

Living costs

Cincinnati

United States

1000 - 1650 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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