PhD in Molecular Biology

Class Profile

Class Size

20

Average Age

29

Average Work Experience

4 Years

Diversity

Asian:

2%

White:

83%

Two or more races:

6%

American Indian or Alaska Native:

1%

Black or African American:

4%

Hispanic or Latino:

2%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

60%

Top recruiters

Australian Institute of Health and Welfare

National Health and Medical Research Council

World Health Organization

UnitedHealth Group

GE Healthcare

AMN Healthcare

Ascension Health

HCA Healthcare

National Institutes of Health

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$30,000 / year

Overall Cost

$45,000 / year

FAQs

• Do I need recommendation letters, a personal statement, or a resume?

  

  These documents are not required for admission by the Graduate School. However, each department may require additional application materials. Please refer to the Graduate Catalog. Once you select your program, look under the Additional Admission Requirements section to see what additional requirements your program has.

• I'm an international student interested in an online only program. Can I apply?

  

  Any student can apply for an online only program, HOWEVER, an I-20 can only be issued for on-campus programs. International students accepted into an online program must complete the program online.

• Where should my application materials be sent to?

  

  Application materials can be uploaded through your self-service portal for General Graduate Applications or through EngineeringCAS for those applying to a program offered through the College of Engineering. Material can also be sent electronically to [email protected]. We can accept electronic transcripts and transcript evaluations if sent directly from the institution or evaluation service. Email is recommended when able. South Dakota State University Graduate School Morrill Hall 130 Box 2201 Brookings, SD 57007

• What is the minimum IELTS requirements?

  

  6.5