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Duke University

North Carolina

United States

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Program Description

The mission of the Graduate Program in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics (CBB) is to train predoctoral students to become leaders at the interdisciplinary intersection of quantitative and biomedical sciences. The program provides rigorous training in quantitative approaches from computer science, statistics, mathematics, physics, and engineering that enable its students to successfully address contemporary challenges across biology and medicine. CBB trains students who have an interest and aptitude in both the computational and biological sciences. During their time in the program, students develop expertise in one or more quantitative areas, as well as in the specific biological area on which their research focuses.

Certificate in CBB

For students enrolled in other Ph.D. or masters programs of participating departments, the program also offers the opportunity to pursue a certificate in CBB. Students qualify for a CBB certificate by successfully completing two core courses plus an additional CBB course. Registration for the Computational Biology seminar every semester except the semester of graduation is also required.

Duration

64 Months

Median Salary

$57,000

Ranking

#10

US World and News Report

#25

The World University Rankings

#61

QS World University Rankings

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Class Profile

Class Size

Average Age

Diversity

International:

10%

White American:

48%

African American:

14%

Native American:

Hispanic American:

10%

Asian American:

17%

Career Outcomes

Recruiters

PPD

RTI International

UNC Chapel

The University of North Carolina System

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Median Earnings After Graduation

$57,000 / year

Graduation Rate

96%

Prospective Job Roles

Research Scientist

Microbiologist

Zoologist

Biostatistician

Bioinformatics Scientist

Wildlife Biologist

Molecular Biologist

Bioinformatician

Top recruiters

Eligibility Criteria

English Proficiency Tests

IELTS
7
TOEFL
90

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 95

Transcript

Statement of Purpose
Passport
Resume
IELTS
Provisional Certificate
Degree Certificate
General LOR
General LOR
General LOR
Semester wise Marksheet

Application Deadlines

	Standard Deadline
Fall	Dec 2, 2024

Fees and Funding

Overall Cost

$19,053 / year

Funding Options

Department Funding

FAQs

If you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident seeking a master’s degree and you wish to receive financial aid from the federal government, you should complete the FAFSA. The form is available on the Federal Student Aid website. It is also available at any college or public library, as well as from the Department of Education. PhD applicants do not need to complete the FAFSA.
So that your application presents the most updated information, please submit a full application with supplemental materials. You can, of course, resubmit unofficial transcripts; simply upload them to your new application. You should also review essays and other supplemental documents to ensure that you are presenting an updated and accurate picture of yourself. Valid official test scores should be sent to Duke University Graduate School directly from the testing agency, if they have not been sent already. We require that you list recommenders in your new application. You may certainly select the same recommenders from the previous application, if you feel these contacts remain the best evaluators of your skills and abilities. The recommenders may submit the previous year’s letters if the content is still relevant.
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