Genetics (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

The University of Arizona Global offers the PhD of Genetics (PHD) as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its University of Arizona - Main - Tucson campus in United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 5 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for genetics (phd) and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 22, 2027.

About Genetics (PHD)

Currently, students are admitted to the Ph.D. program and to the MS program

The University of Arizona has a rich history of genetics research, representing the entire range of model, experimental, and applied biological systems. Geneticists at the University of Arizona study genetic model organisms â€“ such as Drosophila and yeasts â€“ the genetics of crop plants and animals of agricultural importance, microbial genetics and virology, evolutionary and conservation genetics, and of course the genetics of human beings and their families with a focus on how their genetics relate to health and disease. Our faculty's research is highly impactful, and we are internationally recognized for innovative work, often covering many branches of knowledge within genetics and integrating with â€œnon-geneticâ€ fields of biology. Our investigators collaborate often, with others at the University of Arizona and with others across the United States and throughout the world.

The study of genes, their functions, their interactions, and their inheritance will prepare you for a wide variety of possible careers. Your training at the University of Arizona will prepare you for life-long learning and high impact research in all of the biological and biomedical fields because the concepts of genetics inform all other areas of research.

Graduate Interdisciplinary Programs - http://gidp.arizona.edu/

The Graduate College sponsors several Graduate Interdisciplinary Programs (GIDPs) in addition to the many interdisciplinary possibilities available through regular graduate degree programs. GIDPs transcend departmental boundaries by facilitating cutting edge teaching and research at the nexus of traditional disciplines. The high value placed on interdisciplinary research and education is indicative of The University of Arizona's enthusiasm and commitment to fostering innovation and creativity among its faculty and students.

Students must complete a total of 63 semester units of coursework in the major and minor subject areas in order to complete the degree:

Major. 36 units of coursework, combining units from the core curriculum and units from the student's specific area of interest as detailed in the PoS. Other units come from independent study and research credits.

Minor. No less than 9 units of coursework as required by the graduate program in which the student is minoring.

Dissertation units. At least 18 units of GENE 920 dissertation credit are taken after successful completion of the comprehensive examinations.

The Genetics Program has one required genetics course CMM 518 Fundamental Genetic Mechanisms. This three-credit course help in the fall semester covers a broad range of topics in science of heredity and genetics of DNA and chromosome transactions. Students learn to analyze and evaluate the primary literature, to solve complex problems in genetics, and to present oral communications of and to prepare written reports of old and new concepts in genetics.

Genetics Program students must select additional courses to complete their PoS. Courses are generally at the will of the student and the student's advisory committee. However, to assure sufficient breadth for the students of the Genetics Program, students must choose one course from each of two of three lists, determined by the Genetics Curriculum Committee and maintained on the Genetics GIDP web page. The three lists are broadly divided into three categories: Organismal Genetics; Biochemistry; Genomics, Informatics, and Population Genetics. For example, a student must pass CMM518, and one course from Organismal Genetics, and one from Biochemistry, or he or she may pass CMM518 and one from Organismal Genetics and one from Genomics, Informatics, and Population Genetics.

The inclusion of a new course offered by the University on one of the lists can be done by your advisor by contacting the Genetics Curriculum Committee, the Chair, or the Vice-Chair of the GIDP.

Students are required to take an ethics course in their first year. To satisfy this requirement, students may take MCB 695E Science Society and Ethics; SPH 649 Survival Skills and Ethics; or PHCL595B Scientific Writing Skills and Ethics.

Although there is no specific requirement in the Genetics program for students to perform teaching assistantships; students are required to master the art of science communication. As part of satisfaction of this requirement, students must attend and participate in the graduate seminar course GENE 670 Advances in Genetics for a minimum of eight semesters. In this course, students learn to present their own work and the work of others to a broad audience of faculty and students on a regular basis. Students are also required to present in annual retreats of the Program.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Genetics (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must complete at least a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent prior to enrollment in the Program. Examples of undergraduate majors that normally constitute satisfactory preparation for graduate work in Neuroscience include but are not limited to: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Neurobiology, Neuroscience and Psychology.

The Genetics GIDP program does not have absolute criteria for GPA or GRE scores, characteristics of a strong application will generally include:

GPA of 3.5 or higher
GRE scores are optional
3 strong letters of recommendation from college professors, one of whom served as advisor for an independent research study; international students should provide at least one letter from a scientist who works in or is known well the U.S. system
A strong personal statement indicating basis for interest in genetic graduate study in neuroscience, relevant background, and career goals
A Curriculum Vitae

The Graduate Admissions Committee evaluates the entire admissions file. Deficiencies in one or two of the areas described above should not discourage interested applicants from applying.

All required documents *must be* uploaded electronically; no paper copies will be accepted during the application process.

Standardized Tests

The following is a summary of all materials that should be prepared submitted online prior to the application deadline (December 1 for PhD) in order to complete your application:

Graduate College Application for Genetics: https://apply.grad.arizona.edu/
Scores from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Scanned copies of transcripts from each college or university attended
A Personal Statement (see below)
Three (3) letters of recommendation (follow the instruction on the Graduate College application)
International students must submit TOEFL scores

It is recommended that you keep a hard-copy of all online forms, in case there are technical problems with online transmission.

If you are admitted, you will be required to submit 2 copies of your transcripts to:

Cora Varas-Nelson

Genetics GIDP

1548 E. Drachman St.

Tucson, AZ 85721-047

University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ 8572-0476

Problems submitting your application should be addressed to Cora Varas-Nelson, Program Coordinator, at [email protected] (520) 626-1452.

Personal Statement:

Your personal statement should be between 1000-1500 words long, and might include a discussion of your long-range goals; your reasons for pursuing an advanced degree; your interest in our program; information on your prior research experience or teaching (if any); and topics in genetics that are of particular interest to you and that might serve as the focus of your graduate program.

Letters of recommendation

All applicants must submit three letters of recommendation. These letters should be current or former advisors or instructors, and may address your previous research or laboratory experience, your academic qualification, your scientific potential, and your motivation for graduate work.

Required test(s):

Candidates for admission have the option to take the Verbal/Quantitative/Analytical Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Scores from the advanced examinations (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics, psychology) may also be included in the application, but are not required.

International students are required to submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Minimum TOEFL: a score of 550 (paper based) or 79 (iBT) or higher.

Funding Opportunities

Financial Aid

The current funding package for doctoral students includes:

Annual Stipend (living expenses) $27,000
Benefit: tuition) $12,512
Benefit: Health Insurance $ 1,875
Benefit: Out of State Tuition (if applicable) $18,322

The funds utilized by the Program to support the doctoral student stipends are derived from Faculty contributions, Graduate College Fellowships, and Teaching Assistantships.

Graduate students are guaranteed funding for their first-year during rotations (9 months) by the Genetics GIDP/ABBS programs, pallowing the new students to spend time durint their first year exploring different labs and finding the one best suited to their own research interests. After that, the students declar the lab in which they intend to do their dissertation, the student's funding is derived from support from their faculty advisor.

Because of uncertainties in funding sources, the intention of support cannot be construed as a guarantee of continuous support to any student. However, the Genetics GIDP Program makes every effort to provide financial support to our students throughout their academic careers.

Admissions Deadlines

Domestic Applicants:

Fall: December 1
No Spring Admission

International Applicants:

Fall: December 1
No Spring Admission

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

ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 4832

NRC Taxon(a) for this program: Genetics and Genomics

English Requirements

PTEMin 60
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 79

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

Tuition and Fee Information for Genetics (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

Application Fee 85

How to Apply for Genetics (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

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.

Genetics (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

The University of Arizona Global

United States of America, Tucson