Study Biology, Ph.D. at Saint Louis University – Globally Recruit in the USA, College of Arts and Sciences

What will I learn?

Doctoral studies in biology at Saint Louis University emphasize intensive research training under the direction of a member of the graduate faculty. Once biology Ph.D. students at SLU successfully complete required coursework and the written and oral qualifying examinations, they are expected to design and conduct an original research project and to work independently. Student will be required to present his or their work at local or national professional meetings and may also be expected to seek external funding to support the research project. Ideally, a student's research will result in publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals.Duration - 5 YrsCredits - 36

Which department am I in?

College of Arts and Sciences

Study options

Full Time (10 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$17,400.00 per year
Books and Supplies-1,420
Start date

January 2027

Venue

SLU, Main Campus

One North Grand Blvd,

St. Louis,

Missouri,

63103, Midwest, United States

Full Time (10 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$17,400.00 per year
Books and Supplies-1,420
Start date

August 2027

Venue

SLU, Main Campus

One North Grand Blvd,

St. Louis,

Missouri,

63103, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

pApplicants should possess sufficient GPA and ppAdmission normally requires undergraduate coursework including (minimum credits in parentheses: calculus (4), organic chemistry with labs (8), physics with labs (8), physical chemistry (3), biochemistry (3), biology (6). Students who do not meet these criteria may complete these prerequisites as part of their graduate program, though not for graduate credit.ppEnglish Language Proficiency RequirementsppTo ensure a successful academic experience at Saint Louis University, we require international applicants to demonstrate they are proficient in the English language by submitting scores from any one of the following standardized tests:pp5; Internet-based ppApplication DeadlinesppStudents who want to be considered for the summer and fall semesters must submit their application by Jan. 15. Students who want to be considered for the spring semester should apply by Oct. 15.p

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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