University of California, San Diego
United States
Program Name
PhD in Bioinformatics
Overview
The Bioinformatics and Systems Biology program at the University of California, San Diego is organized around two disciplinary tracks that have distinct, yet overlapping, faculty and curricular requirements: Bioinformatics and Systems Biology (BISB) and Biomedical Informatics (BMI).
Duration
60 Months
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile
Typical class size has around 21 enrolled students from 273 applicants, with entering students holding an average undergraduate GPA of 3.64.
Career Outcomes
Post-PhD visa pathway: F-1 student visa with eligibility for a 3-year STEM OPT extension post-graduation.
Fees and Funding
Annual cost of living estimate: $12,828 - $39,232 USD/year
Tuition Fees
$36,477 / year
Funding Options
Most admitted students receive a full financial package that covers tuition, fees, health insurance, and an annual stipend (minimum of $40,000) for living expenses.
Scholarships
Scholarships open to Indian nationals:
• Guru Gobind Singh Fellowship
• Guru Gobind Singh Fellowship
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