Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Biochemistry,
PHD
Deadline
Fall: April 15 Spring: November 15 Application Type:
Rolling (applications are processed throughout the year with no deadline).
Letters of reference
Number Required:2From whom:
Letters of recommendation should preferably be from professors in science courses.
Statement
of Goals:
The Statement of Goals should be approximately 500-1000 words and should include the following elements: 1) the applicant's interest in Temple's Biochemistry program, 2) research goals, 3) future career goals, and 4) academic and research achievements.
Standardized
Test Scores:
The GRE is required. Acceptance by Temple University requires submission of Verbal, Quantitative and Analytical GRE scores. GRE scores below the 50th percentile are outside the normal matrix set by the University and no individual score in the Verbal, Quantitative or Analytical sections should be below that level. The GRE subject test in chemistry or biochemistry is recommended, but not required. A high level of performance in a subject test can help gain favorable consideration for an application that is otherwise outside the acceptance matrix.The GRE Subject Exam is required. in Chemistry or Biology. Minimum TOEFL score or range of scores needed to be accepted:
650 on the paper-based test or 280 on the computer-based test.
Other:
Background
Experience Required
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Advanced Standing
Students who enter the Ph.D. program in Biochemistry may be considered for advanced standing, based on the successful completion of graduate level courses in the biological sciences or chemistry with grades of B or better. The admissions committee will make the recommendation on a case-by-case basis as the application is reviewed.
The maximum number of advanced standing credits awarded is 6.
Test Waivers:
Upon review of the student's background by the Graduate Admissions Committee, applicants with high levels of performance in one or more areas can gain favorable consideration for an application that is otherwise outside the acceptance matrix.
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