We strongly encourage potential applicants to make early contact with faculty members whose research interests match theirs. Please note that Master's program applicants MUST be sponsored by a faculty member. The Graduate Program in MCD Biology values diversity in its student body. We encourage applications from students of diverse backgrounds, including women and members of under-represented minority groups. Application forms can also be downloaded from the UCSC Graduate Studies office.
Students normally begin study in fall quarter only.
Applicants must have taken the GRE General Test and a relevant subject test. Either the Biology Test or the Biochemistry, Cell, and Molecular Biology Test is acceptable as the subject test for MCD Biology. Letters of recommendation from three people who are able to evaluate the applicant's potential as a scientist. Any laboratory research experience, either as undergraduate or in industry. Lab experience is not required for admission, although most successful candidates have some.