Doctor of Philososphy [Ph.D] Chemistry
A number of interdisciplinary research and training programs are available under the Chemistry Ph.D. program including, Biological Chemistry Program, Biological Physics Program, Chemical Physics Program and others.
The Doctor of Philosophy with a major in chemistry is primarily a research degree. The number and selection of courses is tailored to the individual student's needs and interests according to the guidelines available from the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. A dissertation based upon original laboratory research is required. All students must pass a series of written examinations, a comprehensive examination and a final oral defense examination.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $16700 | $16700 | $16700 | $16700 |
| Books and supply | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 |
| Total Fees | $17900 | $17900 | $17900 | $17900 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 79 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 318 | 340 | 2 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 60 | 90 | 3 |
- Minimum undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.25
- (2) GRE General Exam scores: Applicants’ scores are expected to be in the top 25 percentile, particularly for the Quantitative portion.
- (3) 3 letters of recommendation
- (4) Statement of purpose
- (5) International applicants: minimum TOEFL internet-based score of 79 or IELTS test score of 7.