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PhD of Functional Anatomy and Evolution
- Baltimore, United States
- 5 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
PhD in vertebrate anatomy and evolution.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Functional Anatomy and Evolution.
Career outcomes
- Functional Anatomy and Evolution Specialist
- Functional Anatomy and Evolution Assistant
Curriculum
- Independent research from the first term using fossil and living vertebrate collections
- Access to the Smithsonian collections
- Teaching training
- And dissertation. Research uses large fossil and living vertebrate collections and the Smithsonian's natural history collections in Washington.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor or master degree in a relevant field; Statement of purpose
- Unofficial transcripts and letters of recommendation; GRE and writing samples only where the programme requires
Accepted academic background
Bachelor or master degree in a relevant field; Statement of purpose, Unofficial transcripts and letters of recommendation; GRE and writing samples only where the programme requires
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 100
- IELTS 7.0
- Duolingo 130
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Identification document
- Application form
- Language proficiency evidence where applicable
How to apply
- Review the doctoral admission criteria and identify a research area. Prepare a research proposal if applicable. Submit previous academic qualifications and supporting documents. Complete the doctoral application and await the admissions decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $69,100 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | $0 USD |
Program details
| Campus | School of Medicine, East Baltimore |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Medicine |
| Department | Functional Anatomy and Evolution |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 150,60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Potential institution scholarships may have separate eligibility and application requirements; Confirm availability for this program. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
3 May 2027
171 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 5 years.
The next deadline is 3 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $69,100 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The deposit is $0 USD. The estimated living cost is $18,765 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7.0, Duolingo 130.