Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Molecular Biology)
5 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
11,700/Yr
11,700 /Yr
- Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Biology at the University of California Los Angeles is a 5 years program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The Molecular Biology Interdepartmental Doctoral Program (MBIDP) is a vibrant interdisciplinary graduate program committed to training PhD candidates to become the next generation of scientific leaders.
- The major fields and subdisciplines of the Molecular Biology Interdepartmental program include:
- Biochemistry, Biophysics and Structural Biology (BBSB)
- Cell and Developmental Biology (CDB)
- Gene Regulation, Epigenomics, and Transcriptomics (GREAT)
- Immunity, Microbes, and Molecular Pathogenesis (IMMP)
- Students are required to enroll full-time in a minimum of 12 graduate-level units each quarter throughout the graduate study. A grade of B or better must be received in all courses.
- Every year the participation in student seminar series and attendance at MBI Thursday seminars is compulsory for the students.
- The Molecular Biology Institute (MBI) at UCLA is home to over 200 faculty performing outstanding research at the forefront of their fields.
- University provides the flexibility to complete the program in 16 academic quarters and 5 summer terms.
- Students are expected to complete the program in 5 years of graduate study. The maximum time-to-degree is 18 academic quarters and six summer terms.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 11700 |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Room and Food (Off-Campus) | 20691 |
| Transportation | 1866 |
| Health Insurance | 4714 |
| International differential fee | 15102 |
| Total Cost | 42373 |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 11442 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Students hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in the graduate study.
- Submit the GRE exam score is optional for the admission of the students.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Students complete a master’s degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- MCAT scores may be submitted by applicants with M.D. degrees.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Scores Required
7 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
87 / 120
Avg. Score in
TOEFL
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- College Transcripts - The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter should include information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, why they are qualified, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Personal History Statement: Students have to submit additional information about their background, accomplishments, and life experience
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Biochemists
- Biomedical engineer
- Biotechnologist
- Chemical laboratory technician
- Clinical research specialist
- Epidemiologist
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeTuition-Fee-Waiver | |
| Comindware Scholarship | Scholarship per student 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student 3,500/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Ellis R. Ott Scholarship for Applied Statistics and Quality Management | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| AAUW International Fellowships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based |
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