Worcester,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biology and Biotechnology in Boston United States | Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
|
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
Our comprehensive PhD program in Biology and Biotechnology offers deep immersion in biological research while enhancing your professional and teaching abilities. The curriculum includes foundational courses in research ethics, funding proposal development, and study methodology, alongside opportunities to refine presentation skills through departmental seminars. Teaching assistantships and participation in interdisciplinary Journal Club discussions are available.
Candidates must pass qualifying examinations before their third year and supplement core requirements with elective courses. The doctoral journey culminates with drafting a dissertation and defending it orally before faculty.
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