Manhattan,
KS,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biology in Manhattan United States | Kansas State University
Kansas State University
|
Manhattan United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,635
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
The Biology Ph.D. program offers specialized education across diverse biological fields such as ecology, evolution, physiology, genetics, genomics, molecular biology, developmental biology, and cellular biology. This program equips students to become autonomous, meticulous, and innovative researchers, preparing them for professional roles in academia, research institutions, corporate sectors, and public service.
Earning a Ph.D. in Biology necessitates completing 90 credit hours minimum, with at least 24 credits from graded courses and 30 hours dedicated to BIOL 998 (Doctoral Research in Biology). Candidates collaborate extensively with faculty advisors to design substantial research initiatives, whether laboratory-based or field-oriented. Typically, students produce several scholarly publications that contribute to their final dissertation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants, including current K-State students, must upload copies of transcripts.
A bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a regional or national institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale or GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of coursework.
Letters of Recommendation
IBT TOEFL (internet based)- 79, 550 on PBT
IELTS academic test- 6.5
A bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a regional or national institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale or GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of coursework.
Letters of Recommendation
IBT TOEFL (internet based)- 79, 550 on PBT
IELTS academic test- 6.5
Tuition
USD
18,635