About PhD Program,
The Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (BMB) Program is designed for students interested in obtaining a Ph.D. in Biochemistry. As such, the program represents a group of faculty that may mentor a student pursuing thesis research toward the Biochemistry Ph.D. Students interested in a Ph.D. in Biochemistry should apply to the Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Program for admission to graduate studies at the University of Rochester Medical Center.
We offer in-depth coursework and diverse research opportunities that focus on understanding the biochemical mechanisms of life’s critical molecular processes.
World-class research in our laboratories exposes our students to a variety of the latest methods for sophisticated biochemical analysis, including mass spectrometry, crystallography, microcalorimetry, surface plasmon resonance, microarrays, fluorescence activated cell sorting, light scattering, and spectroscopic methods (including fluorescence lifetime and energy transfer measurements), as well as modern methods for cell culture, protein purification, genetic analysis, and reconstitution of biochemical complexes and reactions.
The flexibility of our training program allows students to train in a number of exciting research areas, and often allows students to develop highly effective interdisciplinary collaborations, resulting in cutting edge thesis projects.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Applicants must have earned a U.S. baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from a college, university, or technical school of acceptable standing. Students in their final year of undergraduate study may be admitted on the condition that their bachelor’s degrees are awarded before they matriculate. Evidence of the earned degree is required prior to matriculation in the form of an official transcript noting degree conferral.
- Students are only accepted for Fall semester (no Spring admission).
- The Program is fully funded with tuition fellowship, competitive stipend and health insurance.
- Admission to the program is on a competitive basis with 10-15 new students matriculating each year.
- The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is optional.
- Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency. Applicants are required to provide official scores that are within 2 years of the original test date.
PhD Funding Coverage,
- Full tuition scholarship, including all academic fees.Tuition and Fee Schedule
- A competitive stipend for 2025-2026 of $34,333 per year for 12 month programs or $28,611 per year for 10 month programs.
- Single coverage AETNA student health insurance policy.
- Refund Schedule
Application Requirement,
Create an online Admissions Application
Statement of Purpose
Uploaded copy of transcript(s) to online application.
Please do not mail a hard copy at this time.
3 Letters of Recommendation
GRE scores are optional and submission is at the discretion of the applicant. Applicants may submit their GRE scores if they believe it will add to their application. Not submitting a GRE will not be held against the applicant. Please review the following guidelines:
If the applicant is NOT submitting scores please disregard the GRE submission question on the application.
Applicants choosing to submit GRE scores, scans of official score reports for GREs taken within 5 years of the original test date will be accepted with the original application (SMD School Code: 2948).
Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency. Applicants are required to provide official scores that are within 2 years of the original test date. Official TOEFL (SMD school code: 2948, SOPHAS application code: 5688) or IELTS Scores
For applicants whose native language is not English.
The following test types are acceptable:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)iBT or ITP Plus
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Application Deadline,
Dec 01, 2024
Application Fee,
Please refer official website
