About PhD Program,
Welcome to the Neuroscience Graduate Program at The Ohio State University! We are delighted that you are interested in our interdisciplinary PhD program in neuroscience. Our program at the Ohio State University has participating faculty members who represent five different colleges and many participating university departments; Biosciences, Neuroscience, Neurology, Neurological Surgery, Pharmacy, Psychology, and Psychiatry. Our graduate trainees have the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative research environment at Ohio State with distinguished faculty who have expertise in a wide array of neuroscience-related fields. Our goal is to provide an integrative graduate program in neuroscience with a foundation in course work, advanced research training, and numerous opportunities for professional development, networking and community outreach. Our graduate program will help train you to become an independent investigator who is an expert in laboratory research and its associated scholarship such as writing, teaching, and mentoring. With this training, you will be well-positioned to excel as a researcher and neuroscientist within academia, industry, or government.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
- The Graduate School requires a minimum average undergraduate GPA of B (3.0). Exceptions to this might be made in rare cases if there are counterbalancing strengths in the application (e.g., exceptional research experience and outstanding recommendations). In evaluating candidates, emphasis will be placed on grades in science coursework.
- While there is no real “average” applicant who is granted admission to the NGP, we hope to use some of the more easily quantifiable metrics to give possible applicants a sense of where you may stand should you choose to apply.
- The GRE general exam is no longer required for admission.
PhD Funding Coverage,
The Ohio State University College of Medicine provides many internal funding opportunities.
Research Innovation Seed for Commercialization (RISC) Fund
Funding through the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI)
Dean’s Bridge Funding Program
Dean’s Discovery Grants Program
Nationwide Children’s Hospital & Research Institute/College of Medicine Cross-Campus-Collaborative Pilot Program
Application Requirement,
- Three letters of recommendationare required attesting to your research experience/potential and academic accomplishments.
- Official Transcripts
- Applicants must have or will have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Statement of Purpose (1000 Words Maximum)– In compiling your statement of purpose, please include responses to the following:
- How have your research, educational, and personal experiences shaped your interest in a PhD in Neuroscience?
- What are your long range professional goals?
- Why do you want to study neuroscience at The Ohio State University?
- Which area of neuroscience and which NGP Faculty at OSU most interest you?
- Please discuss challenges you have faced in your personal and/or professional career, and how you have overcome them
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Please include any leadership/volunteer/community service activities
- Please ensure that you include all of your research experience, with associated dates/approx. hours per week
- Note: We no longer require the GRE general exam for admission into the program.
International students:
International applicants who are currently living outside the US typically undergo an interview process that is primarily via Zoom, while international applicants who currently live in the US are interviewed in person similar to domestic students.
International applicants who are currently living outside the US are strongly encouraged to reach out to NGP faculty members with complementary research interests and to secure their endorsement for your application.
Additionally, international students from non-English speaking countries (and who have not earned an undergraduate degree from an English speaking country) must provide:
- Proof of English Proficiency–
- TOEFL Exam
- a minimum TOEFL score of 79-80 iBT is required
- IELTS Exam
- 0 on the IELTS Academic test or IELTS Indicator
- Duolingo
- 120 or higher
- Note: The Duolingo test cannot be used to exempt an admitted student from the English placement examor the Oral Proficiency Assessment for Graduate Teaching Associate
Application Deadline,
Dec 01, 2024
Application Fee,
The application fee due to the graduate school is $60 USD for US citizens, permanent residents or asylees, and $70 USD for International students.
