PhD in Biology in Chicago United States | Illinois Institute of Technology

Illinois Institute of Technology | Chicago United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 32,040
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Illinois Tech's doctoral program in biology is customized to align with your academic foundation and aspirations. Students can focus their studies in one of three specializations: biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology, or microbiology. The department provides cutting-edge computational resources and lab facilities to support research across these disciplines.

Furthermore, the department builds and manages specialized equipment for X-ray scattering and imaging at Argonne National Laboratory's Advanced Photon Source. Graduate programs leading to Ph.D. degrees in biology emphasize study and investigation in biochemistry, bioinformatics, cellular and molecular biology, and microbiology. Students may pursue their graduate education in biology through either full-time or part-time enrollment.
Program Highlights
The doctoral curriculum is personalized to match your educational background and objectives. The department offers advanced computing systems and laboratory instruments for research purposes, including access to X-ray scattering and imaging capabilities at Argonne National Laboratory's Advanced Photon Source.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Completion of an M.S. degree is not normally required for admission to the full-time Ph.D. degree program, but may be required of part-time students.

You must pass the Ph.D. qualifying examination in your respective area of specialization: biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, or microbiology.

GRE: 310 (quantitative and verbal), 3.0 (analytical writing)
GPA: 3.0/4.0
TOEFL iBT/Home: 80 or above (20 minimum in all bands)
IELTS Academic: 6.5 or above (6.0 minimum in all bands)

Tuition USD 32,040

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