Fargo,
ND,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Genomics and Bioinformatics - Computational Bioinformatics in Fargo United States | North Dakota State University
North Dakota State University
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Fargo United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
13,274
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
The Genomics, Phenomics, and Bioinformatics program is an interdisciplinary graduate initiative involving 27 faculty members across six departments and three colleges. Originally centered on Genomics and Bioinformatics, the program expanded in 2021 to incorporate Phenomics, driven by breakthroughs in high-throughput phenotyping and the increasing significance of phenomic data in understanding gene-trait relationships.
Participants engage in rigorous study, training, and research focused on functional genomics, high-throughput phenotyping, and computational analysis of genomic and phenomic datasets. This integrated approach reveals how various -omics disciplines converge to elucidate phenotypic expression.
The curriculum equips both M.S. and Ph.D. candidates with essential skills and theoretical foundations for collaborative research employing system-wide approaches to study gene organization and expression. Hands-on experience with cutting-edge techniques and instrumentation prepares graduates for thriving careers in academia and industry.
Degree options include Master of Science (M.S.) or Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) with specializations in functional genomics, bioinformatics, or phenomics. M.S. students may pursue comprehensive examinations in any of these three focus areas.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
The Computational Bioinformatics track is intended for students interested in using computer science and statistical approaches to analyze large amounts of genomic data. The Phenomics track will be attractive to students interested in the application of high-throughput equipment to measure important traits necessary for full expression of the traits necessary for the organism to productively complete its life cycle.
The Genomics graduate program is open to qualified graduates of universities of recognized standing. The Graduate School minimum for the TOEFL examination applies. In addition, the following are the requirements to be admitted with full standing.
Functional Genomics track: a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree an introductory biology class emphasizing molecular biology, with courses in genetics, physiology, biochemistry, an upper-division statistics class. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
Bioinformatics and Phenomics tracks: a B.S. degree with an introductory biology class emphasizing molecular biology, with courses in calculus, upper-division statistics class, calculus or matrix algebra, and programming language experience. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
Students can be accepted conditionally into any track without meeting the course or GPA requirements, but will be required to meet those requirements while in residency.
At the baccalaureate level, the applicant must have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0, or equivalent, to attain full standing in a graduate degree program. Applicants whose last degree completed is a graduate degree may be admitted in full standing if the final GPA of that degree is at least 3.0 or equivalent.
A statement of purpose is required for admission consideration and must be uploaded to your online application.
Please include the following information in your statement:
Reasons for pursuing graduate study
Special interests within your chosen discipline
Background preparation in your proposed field of study
Relevant skills or experience that you have acquired
Three (3) letters of recommendation are required from persons familiar with your academic achievements
Submit one official transcript (statement of marks) from each college or university at which you have been enrolled or are currently enrolled. Include both undergradu-ate and graduate coursework, as well as continuing education credits (if applicable).
Official original transcripts (statement of marks) are required to be sent from each institution attended, whether or not a degree was earned, and even if courses were transferred to another university.
TOEFL: 71 (internet-based) or 525 (paper-based)
IELTS: 6.0 (academic version)
The Genomics graduate program is open to qualified graduates of universities of recognized standing. The Graduate School minimum for the TOEFL examination applies. In addition, the following are the requirements to be admitted with full standing.
Functional Genomics track: a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree an introductory biology class emphasizing molecular biology, with courses in genetics, physiology, biochemistry, an upper-division statistics class. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
Bioinformatics and Phenomics tracks: a B.S. degree with an introductory biology class emphasizing molecular biology, with courses in calculus, upper-division statistics class, calculus or matrix algebra, and programming language experience. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
Students can be accepted conditionally into any track without meeting the course or GPA requirements, but will be required to meet those requirements while in residency.
At the baccalaureate level, the applicant must have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0, or equivalent, to attain full standing in a graduate degree program. Applicants whose last degree completed is a graduate degree may be admitted in full standing if the final GPA of that degree is at least 3.0 or equivalent.
A statement of purpose is required for admission consideration and must be uploaded to your online application.
Please include the following information in your statement:
Reasons for pursuing graduate study
Special interests within your chosen discipline
Background preparation in your proposed field of study
Relevant skills or experience that you have acquired
Three (3) letters of recommendation are required from persons familiar with your academic achievements
Submit one official transcript (statement of marks) from each college or university at which you have been enrolled or are currently enrolled. Include both undergradu-ate and graduate coursework, as well as continuing education credits (if applicable).
Official original transcripts (statement of marks) are required to be sent from each institution attended, whether or not a degree was earned, and even if courses were transferred to another university.
TOEFL: 71 (internet-based) or 525 (paper-based)
IELTS: 6.0 (academic version)
Tuition
USD
13,274