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Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing, Cologne

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Total Tuition Fees

$335

Eligibility Criteria

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At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

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Accepted fields include cell or molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, bioinformatics, bioengineering, pharmacology, neuroscience, medical biology, medicine, related fields.

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.

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    Resume

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    Degree Certificate

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    Master SOP

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    Personal Statement

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    Professional LOR

Application Deadlines

OpeningApplication DeadlineOnline panel interviewsRecruitment weekProgramme start (earliest)Programme start (latest)
SummerAug 12, 2025N/AN/AN/AJul 1, 2026N/A
FallN/ANov 3, 2025N/AN/AN/AOct 1, 2026
WinterN/AN/ADec 10, 2025Feb 26, 2026N/AN/A

Fees and Funding

All PhD students receive an employment contract including social benefits for 3 years, with remuneration based on TVL-E13 at 65% (gross monthly salary approx. EUR 3,009 in the first year) or an equivalent Max Planck Society Promotionsfördervertrag. Health insurance and 30 days vacation are provided. There are no tuition fees; a social contribution of about EUR 335 per semester applies (includes Deutschlandticket).

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