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Across the United States, 30 universities offer 60 PhD Life Sciences programs — most run 4–6 years. The list starts with courses at Princeton University, Vanderbilt University and University of Notre Dame.
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Princeton University — About the CourseThe PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Princeton University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles t...
Vanderbilt University — The PhD in Biochemistry at Vanderbilt University is an interdisciplinary program that delves into the molecular mechanisms underlying biological processes. Students will...
Vanderbilt University — The PhD program in Cancer Biology at Vanderbilt University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of cancer. The curricu...
Vanderbilt University — The PhD in Cell and Developmental Biology at Vanderbilt University delves into the intricacies of how cells function and develop, alongside the mechanisms that regulate t...
Vanderbilt University — The PhD in Chemical and Physical Biology at Vanderbilt University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological processes at the mo...
University of Notre Dame — The Ph.D. program in Theology at the University of Notre Dame offers a profound exploration of various theological disciplines, including biblical studies, historical the...
Washington State University at Vancouver — The Doctor of Philosophy in Biology at Washington State University at Vancouver is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of biological principle...
Washington State University at Vancouver — The Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience at Washington State University at Vancouver is a comprehensive program designed to delve into the complexities of the brain and n...
Washington State University at Vancouver — The Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Biology program at Washington State University at Vancouver is designed to cultivate advanced knowledge and research skills in the field...
University of Alaska - Fairbanks — The Ph.D. in Biological Sciences at the University of Alaska Fairbanks prepares students for advanced research and academic careers focused on the complexities of biologi...
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute — The PhD program in Biochemistry and Biophysics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute offers an in-depth exploration of the molecular mechanisms that govern biological proce...
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute — The PhD in Biology at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute offers an exceptional opportunity for students to delve deep into biological sciences, fostering a strong understan...
CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The PhD in Biochemistry at CUNY Graduate School and University Center is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and research skills...
CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The PhD in Biology at CUNY Graduate School and University Center offers a rigorous academic program designed to equip students with advanced knowledge in the field of bio...
CUNY Graduate School and University Center — The PhD program in Neuroscience at CUNY Graduate School and University Center offers a rigorous training environment for students to explore the complexities of the nervo...
Florida International University — The PhD program in Biochemistry at Florida International University offers an in-depth exploration of the chemical processes that occur within living organisms. This rigo...
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Florida International University — The PhD in Biology at Florida International University is a comprehensive program designed to cultivate advanced understanding and research skills in various biological d...
Florida International University
Florida International University
University of South Carolina — The Ph.D. in Biological Sciences at the University of South Carolina-Columbia is designed to provide a rigorous and comprehensive education in biological research, equipp...
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9 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #15 (Princeton University) to #575 (University of South Carolina); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Princeton University has the largest research record in this group, with 27,547,724 citations and an h-index of 1,557. 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".
Within the subject, the largest areas are Life Sciences (59) and Biology (1). The usual length is 4–6 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Medical College of Wisconsin offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.
Princeton University (QS World #15), Vanderbilt University (QS World #250) and University of Notre Dame (QS World #294) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.
Of those with published fees, CUNY Graduate School and University Center is the least expensive at about USD 15,185 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.
Most listed courses run 4–6 years.
Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.
Medical College of Wisconsin, with 5, ahead of Florida International University (5).
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