Advancement to Ph.D. candidacy occurs after successful completion of a qualifying examination and acceptance of a research plan. The participating faculty members occupy modern laboratories that are well equipped for research in their areas of interest. A core microscopy facility includes transmission electron, scanning electron, and confocal laser microscopes. Image processing facilities provide computer enhancement and analysis allowing three-dimensional analysis of subcellular structures. All students are provided with a tuition scholarship and a competitive stipend.
Health insurance is provided.
Cost of Study Tuition is covered for all students in the program. A wide variety of affordable living accommodations are available near the campus. More than 200 graduate students are enrolled at the College. The majority of graduates from the participating programs accept postdoctoral fellowships. Other students have taken advantage of opportunities to go directly into teaching positions at the assistant professor level.