PhD in Microbiology in Washington United States | Howard University

Breakthroughs in genomics and diagnostic technologies are transforming how we study infectious diseases. Our doctoral candidates investigate disease origins, how microbes and parasites cause illness, immune responses to infections, and innovative treatment development.

Howard's Graduate School offers a Microbiology Ph.D. program designed to train future leaders in microbiological and infectious disease research. This multidisciplinary curriculum provides graduates with the expertise to tackle microbiological challenges both locally and worldwide. Those passionate about exploring disease origins, pathogen mechanisms, infection-related immune responses, and creating novel treatments for vulnerable populations will thrive in Howard's vibrant research community. Our alumni have secured prestigious postdoctoral appointments and faculty roles at leading research universities, while others hold high-level research positions in government agencies and private sector organizations.