Foundations for Biomedical Science PhDs Serving Indigenous Cultures (Certificate NDP)

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United States of America, Tucson

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The University of Arizona Global

United States of America , Tucson

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 85

Campuses

University of Arizona - Main - Tucson

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines22-Aug-2022

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 25,200 / year

Next Intake 22-Aug-2022

Foundations for Biomedical Science PhDs Serving Indigenous Cultures (Certificate NDP)

About

The Foundations for Biomedical Science PhDs Serving Indigenous Cultures certificate program is designed to provide American Indian/Alaskan Native students, and students from other underrepresented groups in science, with a rigorous research and educational program that honors Indigenous perspectives and nurtures a strong sense of well-being and belonging. This program will enhance the confidence and success of participants and their matriculation into strong biomedical PhD programs and subsequently increase the diversity of PhD-level scientists.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

Applications may be submitted between October and March, and students will begin the program in June. The deadlines listed below are the recommended deadlines. Our committee will begin reviewing all applications on or after March 2nd.

Applicants must meet these requirements:

A tribal member of an affiliated American Indian/Alaskan Native tribe or from a racial/ethnic group that is underrepresented in the sciences
Must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher
Must have graduated or be in the process of graduating with a baccalaureate degree in a biomedically relevant science from an accredited US college or university (no more than 36 months prior to applying to Foundations for Biomedical Science PhDs Serving Indigenous Cultures certificate program
Must not be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program
Must plan to enter a PhD program in a biomedical field after successful completion of the certificate program

Standardized Tests

N/A

Funding Opportunities

Students are paid an annual stipend to participate in PREP@UAZ. Tuition costs and health insurance are covered by PREP@UAZ.

Admissions Deadlines

Early application deadline: March 2nd

International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information

The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

English Program Requirements

International applicants whose primary language is not English, or who attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, must prove English proficiency. To determine whether you need to submit proof of English proficiency

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 25,200

Application Fee

USD 85

How to Apply

International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.