Although research is built on existing knowledge, the dissertation should be original in that it does not duplicate someone else's work. It is expected that there will be collaboration between student and advisor, both on the original idea for the research and the methods used to explore that idea. Neither the idea, nor the approach need be the student's alone. In addition to input from the advisor, other members of the supervisory committee may have an influence in the selection and progression of a research project. Although students may have help in the development phase of their research, students must be able to demonstrate what portion of the research represents creative, original, independent thinking by the student and not simply an extension of the professor.
Students receive a waiver that covers tuition.
Cost of Living Limited on-campus housing is available for both single and married graduate students. Most students prefer to live in off-campus apartments and houses, with costs depending on the type of accomodation. How To Apply The Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences seeks promising students with undergraduate training in chemistry, biology, psychology, or related disciplines in the life sciences. Applicants are selected on the basis of previous academic work, research experience, GRE General Test scores, letters of recommendation, and a personal interview. Students are admitted for the fall semester, which begins in late August.