The Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (MB&B) Department supports a graduate program with emphasis in molecular genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, and molecular biophysics. The MB&B graduate program is designed to lead to the degree of doctor of philosophy. The graduate program is an integral part of the departmental course offerings. Graduate students serve as teaching assistants in undergraduate courses, generally during their first two years. The emphasis of the program is on an intensive research experience culminating in a dissertation. The program of study also includes a series of courses covering the major areas of molecular biology, biochemistry, and biophysics; journal clubs in which current research is discussed in an informal setting; practica designed to introduce first-year students to the research interests of the faculty; and several seminar series in which either graduate students or distinguished outside speakers participate. The low student-faculty ratio (2.5:1) allows programs to be individually designed and ensures close contact between the student and the faculty.
PhD in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at Wesleyan University
The Molecular Biology and Biochemistry is a PhD degree offered by Wesleyan University at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from September 4, 2026.
About Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
Requirements
Entry Requirements
Application requirements vary by department and degree. Please check the application guidelines for the specific department and degree you are interested in.
Transcripts of Previous Study. Prospective candidates who hold baccalaureate or advanced degrees from colleges other than Wesleyan may submit unofficial transcripts with the application for the review process. Official transcripts are required of matriculates.
Test Scores. GRE: GRE scores are required by some (not all) graduate departments. Refer to the website of the department you are applying to for information on their specific requirements.
TOEFL/IELTS/DUOLINGO: Applicants whose primary language is other than English will be expected to demonstrate a proficiency in English sufficient to undertake graduate study. This includes the ability to read, write, and speak the language. International applicants who have received a degree from an institution with English as the primary language are not required to provide English proficiency test scores.
Wesleyan University accepts TOEFL, IELTS, and Duolingo scores. There is not a minimum required test score. Applicants may enter their unofficial scores on the application or may enter the date of a scheduled future test. Official electronic scores should be sent to Wesleyan University, school code 3959. Paper scores may be sent to the Office of Graduate Student Services, Wesleyan University, 265 Church Street, #128-132, Middletown, CT 06459.
Foreign Languages. Specific language preparation may be required as part of the application or as part of the program of study. Departmental statements regarding mastery of a second language may be found on the department’s website.
Notification of Acceptance. Students will be notified via the online admission portal of preliminary acceptance into the graduate program. Final acceptance is subject to the student’s satisfactory completion of work for the baccalaureate degree, receipt of official transcripts, and meeting the health requirements as set by the state of Connecticut.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 100
Fee Information
How to Apply
Applicants to the PhD and MA programs who are starting a new application must select the incoming year from the first drop down and the year + GRADUATE from the second drop down. Applicants to the BA/MA program should select year + BA/MA from the second drop down. Wesleyan undergraduates should sign in as a returning user.
Returning users may continue an application or start a new application.
First-time users must set up an account before starting an application.
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