OpenFieldPh.D. in Biomedical Sciences (Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at UMass Chan)
University of Massachusetts Office of the President · Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Academic Overview & Description
Elite biomedical doctorate conducting breakthrough research in RNA biology, CRISPR gene therapy, immunology, and molecular medicine under Nobel laureate faculty.
Funding & Financial Support
- Funding Award
- Full tuition waiver, comprehensive health benefits, and $38,000 annual living stipend
- Tuition Rate
- $0 (Fully funded for all admitted PhD students)
- Application Fee
- $80
Admission & Candidate Requirements
- Academic GPA
- 3.4+ undergraduate GPA in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related STEM
- English Language
- IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 90
- Standardized Exam
- Not required
- Application Materials
- Statement of research experience, official transcripts, CV
- Letters of Recommendation
- Three letters of recommendation from research mentors
Institutional Guidance
For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Massachusetts Office of the President's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.
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