Applications are generally accepted for autumn quarter admission only, because of the structure of the initial year of coursework. However, at the discretion of the Graduate Studies Committee, exceptions may be granted. For example, students may wish to investigate possible summer quarter admission so as to become familiar with the program and the University. During summer quarter, students perform research rotations while receiving the standard program stipend as well as tuition and fee waiver.
The deadline for submission of a complete application is February 15. In order to be nominated for University Fellowships, complete applications must be received by: International students - November 28, Domestic students - January 15. The Graduate Admission office has instituted an electronic only application policy. To access the application, click www.gradapply.osu.edu
Submit supporting information as follows:
SEND TO:
Graduate Admissions
The Ohio State University
1800 Cannon Dr.
Columbus, OH 43210-1270 USA
- Official transcript or record of marks for each college- or university-level school attended. Include English translation for each of any foreign documents
- Official GRE scores
If an international applicant, also submit:
- Official TOEFL (or MELAB) scores
SEND TO:
MCDB Office
The Ohio State University
206 Rightmire Hall
1060 Carmack Road
Columbus, OH 43210 USA
- Official transcript or record of marks for each college- or university-level school attended. Include English translation for each of any foreign documents
- Statement of Intent.
- CV if application is to be considered for a fellowship
- Three (3) letters or recommendation, accompanied by completed Ohio State University Graduate School Reference Forms. These letters must be on clearly identified, official academic or business letter head, and must include the reference writer’s telephone number, fax number, and email address.
- Copy of GRE scores
- If an international applicant, copy of TOEFL or MELAB scores
An application fee of $40 for domestic students, $50 for international students, is required when the electronic application is submitted. If not paid, the application information is not forwarded to the university and the application status remains "Incomplete".
Separate reference letters must be attached to each of the three reference forms. These letters must be on clearly identified, official academic or business letter head and must include: the reference writer's telephone number, fax number and email address.
The autobiography should give background information concerning the factors which have stimulated the applicant's interest in science in general, and particularly in the disciplines of molecular biology and cell and developmental biology. Information about undergraduate or graduate research experiences should be included. The candidate should also indicate which specific areas of specialization are most interesting to them as a possible focus for doctoral research .
All applicants are required to submit scores for the GRE General Test (Verbal, Quantitative and Analytical). Desired, but not required, is a GRE Advanced Subject Test score: Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, Chemistry or Biology. In some cases, MCAT scores will be accepted in place of GRE scores.
International students whose first language is not English and who have not received a degree from a U.S. university must submit evidence of adequate training in the use of English. Scores from either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) must be submitted for this purpose. Students must submit a TOEFL score exceeding 79 Internet, 213 computer-based or 550 paper-based to be eligible for admission and/or financial support. Scores exceeding 96 Internet, 243 computer-based or 590 paper-based are recommended. International students are also encouraged to submit scores from the Test of Spoken English and the Test of Written English.
All requirements listed above are in addition to general Graduate School requirements as stated in the Graduate School Bulletin.
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