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The Biology Ph.D. program equips students to excel as top-tier research scientists and educators through close mentorship. Each candidate collaborates with an experienced advisor and receives guidance from a faculty committee to ensure steady advancement. This doctoral program belongs to Stanford's broader Biosciences network, encompassing basic science departments at the medical school. Students can specialize in either Cell, Molecular and Organismal Biology or Ecology and Evolution through the program's two distinct tracks.
Applicants from colleges and universities of recognized standing who hold a U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent are eligible to be considered for admission for graduate study. English Proficiency: TOEFL - Your minimum score must be 100 (internet based) OR 600 (paper based).