Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Computational Sciences - Bioinformatics in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
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Boston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,350
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Computational Science focuses on developing mathematical models to address challenges across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This involves creating and applying numerical, probabilistic, and statistical approaches, along with machine learning techniques and computer science theory. The field inherently bridges multiple disciplines.
For instance, topological data analysis—originally from algebraic topology in pure mathematics—is now used to study protein structures or massive datasets. Additional applications range from environmental modeling through image analysis to financial risk assessment using stochastic simulations, which also aids computational biology in exploring non-coding RNA's role in cancer development.
UMass Boston's Computational Sciences PhD Program fosters interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers and graduate students. It brings together faculty and students from multiple departments within the College of Sciences and Mathematics, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, and Mathematics. The program leverages existing academic-industry partnerships, preparing graduates for careers in academia or data-driven industries requiring advanced computational modeling skills.
Available specialization tracks include:
Data Analytics
Bioinformatics
Computational Physics
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants will be required to determine the track they are interested in pursuing Data Analytics Bioinformatics or Computational Physics and demonstrate adequate preparation at the undergraduate level in the form of relevant coursework and research experience
Given the multidisciplinary nature of the Computational Science program we expect that our applicants will be undergraduates with bachelor of science degrees in computer science mathematics biology chemistry physics or graduates with masters degrees in these areas
Applicants are required to take the general GRE test
The program requires three letters of recommendation submitted with the application
A minimum, cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or international equivalent in all undergraduate work.
At the time of enrollment a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited US institution of recognized standing or an international equivalent International applicants must submit evidence that they have completed the equivalent of a regionally accredited US university-level bachelors degree program.
Official transcripts for all institutions where you have earned more than 6 credits Most transcripts can be requested electronically through the Centralized Application System CAS Original hardcopy transcripts must be sealed in an envelope from the issuing institution.
PBT - 550, TOEFL IBT - 79, IELTS - 6.0, DuoLingo - 100
Given the multidisciplinary nature of the Computational Science program we expect that our applicants will be undergraduates with bachelor of science degrees in computer science mathematics biology chemistry physics or graduates with masters degrees in these areas
Applicants are required to take the general GRE test
The program requires three letters of recommendation submitted with the application
A minimum, cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or international equivalent in all undergraduate work.
At the time of enrollment a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited US institution of recognized standing or an international equivalent International applicants must submit evidence that they have completed the equivalent of a regionally accredited US university-level bachelors degree program.
Official transcripts for all institutions where you have earned more than 6 credits Most transcripts can be requested electronically through the Centralized Application System CAS Original hardcopy transcripts must be sealed in an envelope from the issuing institution.
PBT - 550, TOEFL IBT - 79, IELTS - 6.0, DuoLingo - 100
Tuition
USD
28,350