Worcester,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology in Boston United States | Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
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Boston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,980
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
WPI's doctoral program in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (BCB) equips students to emerge as innovative researchers capable of modeling intricate biological systems and processing vast biological datasets, including those from initiatives like the Human Genome Project. This interdisciplinary bioinformatics PhD cultivates proficiency in three core disciplines: Biology, Computer Science, and Mathematics. Students gain comprehensive knowledge in all areas while collaborating with faculty experts to develop and implement computational methods that address critical health challenges and environmental issues.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
All required application credentials should be uploaded electronically through the application. WPI accepts unofficial transcripts during the application process. All international applicants must upload a copy of their original transcript in the official language as well as an English translation to their application. Paper documents mailed will be discarded.
Applicants who enroll at WPI will be required to submit final and official transcripts from any university that issued a degree or where classes were taken towards a degree. Mailed final and official transcripts will be accepted.
require a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 84, TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5, IELTS score of 7 (minimum sub-score of 6.5), or Duolingo score of 115.
GRE Requirement
Several WPI programs require or strongly recommend the GRE. Please review the application requirements page to identify if the test is required. There are no minimum GRE scores, but the average for admitted students is typically 150 verbal, 165 quantitative, and 3.0 analytical.
Applicants who enroll at WPI will be required to submit final and official transcripts from any university that issued a degree or where classes were taken towards a degree. Mailed final and official transcripts will be accepted.
require a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 84, TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5, IELTS score of 7 (minimum sub-score of 6.5), or Duolingo score of 115.
GRE Requirement
Several WPI programs require or strongly recommend the GRE. Please review the application requirements page to identify if the test is required. There are no minimum GRE scores, but the average for admitted students is typically 150 verbal, 165 quantitative, and 3.0 analytical.
Tuition
USD
28,980