Overview

The goals are acquisition of a knowledge base and the development of the capacity for critical thinking and scholarship. The Physiology and Biophysics program at Virginia Commonwealth University usually is completed in 2 years. Individuals with a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent at the time of enrollment are eligible to apply. Although there are no absolute course requirements for admission, fundamental knowledge of general and organic chemistry, biology and mathematics are considered necessary to pursue advanced studies. Upper-level courses in cellular and molecular biology are desirable. Previous research experience or demonstration of a serious interest in a research-oriented career is also desirable.

Key facts

Prospective M.S. students also may enter upon completion of the VCU Premedical Health Sciences Certificate program, CERT, and appropriate courses taken during CERT can be applied to M.S. program requirements. CERT students typically begin the M.S. the Summer after completing CERT and, with diligence, are able to defend the following Spring. In some cases, students defend the following Summer. Identifying a research advisor (mentor) during Spring prior to entering the M.S. is essential and will allow CERT students to make more rapid progress.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology

Laboratory Safety

Mammalian Physiology

Scientific Integrity

Cellular Signalling

Cardiac Function in Health and Disease

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

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International applicants must submit their applications no later than one month before the deadline for nationals

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Richmond, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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153 _(verbal)

155 _{(quantitative)}

4 _(analytical)

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General requirements

Baccalaureate degree or its equivalent at the time of enrollment with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0

The applicant must provide a personal statement discussing reasons for pursuing graduate study

All applicants must present grades (marks) that reflect superior ability and serious effort

All non-native English-speaking applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency

Individual departments or schools may have special requirements such as the Graduate Record Examination or Graduate Management Admission Test

Prospective students who have studied outside of the U.S. must provide an official course-by-course external credential evaluation as a required part of the admission process

Proof of adequate funds to live and study full time at VCU by submitting an I-20 DS Request Form accompanied by an original bank verification letter

A $70 state-required application fee

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

33008 USD / year

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Out-of-State

33008 USD / year

≈ 33008 USD / year
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In-State

17790 USD / year

≈ 17790 USD / year

Living costs

Richmond

United States

1071 - 1750 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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