Graduate Programs
Ph.D. Degree – Admissions Information
Application
- Admission to the Graduate Programs of the Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology requires a bachelor’s degree, the curriculum of which included courses in biology, general chemistry and organic chemistry.
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better.
- General GRE or MCAT test. We do not require the subject GRE test.
- Three letters of recommendation submitted on VCU Graduate School forms: Graduate School Reference Form
- International students must have TOEFL score of 550 or higher.
- Official transcripts of all graduate and undergraduate records mailed from the college or university registrar. Transcript request form: Graduate School Transcript Request
Fast Track Review
Although a VCU Graduate School application must be completed before admission to the Ph.D. program, applicants are encouraged to e-mail William Guido, Ph.D., Graduate Program Director, directly and report their GPA and GRE scores, include a personal statement and list the names and e-mail addresses of three referees. The Fast Track Review Self-Reporting Form [Word], submitted in parallel with a formal application, allows rapid feedback to the applicant.
For additional information contact William Guido, Ph.D.
The deadline for applying to the Ph.D. Program is February 1st, for admission in the fall semester. All applications must be submitted on line at the VCU Graduate School Admissions Page.
Financial aid
All successful applicants receive a teaching/research assistantships or fellowships and a supplement to assist in covering the cost of health insurance. The cost of tuition and fees are included in the financial support.
For more information visit the VCU Graduate School.
