Neuroscience Graduate Program

Students in the Department of Zoology work closely with faculty members to plan their programs of study, conduct research, and pursue employment opportunities.

All students in the Department of Zoology receive a graduate stipend that includes remission of instructional fees and out-of-state surcharge. Graduate students are either assigned to teach laboratory sections associated with our formal undergraduate courses or may assist faculty members in research activities. Research opportunities are numerous and include access to state of the art equipment offered through the Center for Bioinformatics and Genomics and the Electron Microscopy Facility.

Students can apply online to the Department of Zoology Neuroscience graduate program. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to be considered for scholarships and awards in addition to a teaching or research assistantship. However, it is never too late to apply. A completed application includes 3 letters of recommendation, GRE scores, statement of research interests and official transcripts.

In order to facilitate the admission process, applicants should identify two or three potential advisors, but must identify at least one potential advisor in their personal statement. Applicants are encouraged to contact potential advisor(s) for additional information regarding their research programs.

Review of applications begins in early February.