OpenFieldPh.D. in Cancer Research - Pancreatic & Lymphoma Oncology - Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center
University of Nebraska Medical Center · Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Academic Overview & Description
Elite NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center doctorate focusing on tumor microenvironment signaling, chemoresistance mechanisms, antibody-drug conjugates, and cancer genomics.
Funding & Financial Support
- Funding Award
- Full graduate assistantships $34,000/year plus complete tuition waiver and health insurance
- Tuition Rate
- Covered by assistantship
- Application Fee
- $60
Admission & Candidate Requirements
- Academic GPA
- Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, chemistry, or related field with GPA 3.3+
- English Language
- TOEFL 85+ or IELTS 7.0+
- Standardized Exam
- GRE optional
- Application Materials
- Personal research statement and laboratory background
- Letters of Recommendation
- Three letters of recommendation
Institutional Guidance
For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Nebraska Medical Center's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.
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