Washington, D.C.,
DC,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biology in Washington D.C., DC United States | The Catholic University of America
The Catholic University of America
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Washington D.C., DC United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2026)
USD
22,856
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Ph.D. program emphasizes cell and microbial biology. The purpose of the program is to prepare students for teaching, research, and administrative careers in biological or biomedical sciences. Courses in this program provide a foundation in biochemistry, cell biology, developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, neurobiology, and virology. In addition, presentations and participation in a graduate seminar program prepare students to be effective teachers and communicators. All graduate students accepted in the doctoral program are required to do some teaching during graduate training.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
The Ph.D. in Biology program consists of a minimum of 53 credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree plus a dissertation.
The curriculum for these two options is identical with two exceptions: 1) students in the direct Ph.D. option complete their written comprehensive examination during the fifth semester of studies; 2) students in the direct Ph.D. option must also complete one Research Problems course within the first three semesters of study in order for the faculty to evaluate their research potential. It is possible, however, for a student originally accepted into the M.S./Ph.D. option to request conversion to the direct Ph.D. program.
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Minimum Required Documents for PhD
- A completed Catholic University online application along with the $60 application fee.
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (Unofficial transcripts can be used for the admissions review.)
- Three letters of recommendation
- A statement of purpose
- Results of the Graduate Record Examination are required. The Catholic University of America accepts applications on a rolling basis.
Tuition
USD
22,856
Costs
$1,725 per credit.