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PhD of Integrated Biosciences
University of Minnesota Duluth
- Duluth, United States
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
University-wide PhD with field and lab research in the biosciences.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop advanced subject knowledge in Integrated Biosciences. Strengthen critical analysis
- evidence-based reasoning
- and clear communication through research-oriented study and evaluation of evidence. Research-specific competencies depend on the approved doctoral project and supervision.
Career outcomes
- Careers in biological sciences
Curriculum
- Students conduct hands-on field and laboratory research across the biosciences in a university-wide doctoral programme
- DOVE fellowship noted.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US institution or comparable degree from outside the US
- unofficial transcripts with the application
- letters of recommendation
- GRE and other items set by each programme
- proof of English proficiency unless exempt (secondary or post-secondary study in the US or a listed English-speaking country)
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US institution or comparable degree from outside the US; unofficial transcripts with the application; letters of recommendation, GRE and other items set by each programme; proof of English proficiency unless exempt (secondary or post-secondary study in the US or a listed English-speaking country)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
How to apply
- Review the admission requirements and deadlines for the selected program. Create an account and submit the university application online. Upload academic records and required supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if applicable. Pay the application fee when required. Monitor the admission status and respond to additional requests. Accept an offer and complete the relevant enrollment requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $24,040 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $95 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Duluth |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Swenson College of Science and Engineering |
| Department | SCSE (interdisciplinary) |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Graduate assistantships and fellowships may be available through individual departments, with potential tuition benefits for eligible appointments. Students should contact the graduate programme director for available awards and application requirements. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
17 days left
Frequently asked questions
The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $24,040 USD per year. The application fee is $95 USD. The estimated living cost is $16,928 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5.

