Chemistry and Biochemistry

Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry

Graduate Programs

Why Study Biochemistry?

The PhD program in Biochemistry provides students with interests in a wide range of biochemistry research areas, such as medicinal chemistry, structural chemistry, cellular chemistry, and more with a deep dive into research that aligns with their interests and goals, under the direct mentorship of expert faculty. Close collaborations with academic and government institutions brighten students’ prospects for meaningful experiential learning and career opportunities.

At UMBC, students with interests in a wide range of biochemistry research areas, such as medicinal chemistry, structural chemistry, cellular chemistry, and more can take a deep dive into research that aligns with their interests and goals, under the direct mentorship of expert faculty. Close collaborations with academic and government institutions in the region brighten students’ prospects for meaningful experiential learning options and career opportunities.

At a Glance

Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry

Terms of Admission:
Fall

Campus Locations:
Catonsville

Schedule:
Full-time

Department:
Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

College:
College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences

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Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

Find opportunities to further advance your career and academic studies.

UMBC participates in all federal and state student financial aid programs and offers scholarships and assistantships through the Graduate School, Graduate Departments and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.

Ready to Apply?

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Review Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry Requirements

GRE General Test not required; Background in organic chemistry and either physical chemistry or introductory biology

 

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Start Your Graduate Admissions Application

Please note that application decisions can take 6-8 weeks after the program’s deadline, and depend on how many applications a department receives. You will receive an email once the department processes your decision letter. You will be able to see your decision letter by logging in to the application website. Your decision letter will be where the application checklist was. You may also check your recommendation statuses to send reminders or update contact information from the user page. If you are having trouble logging back in, you can recover your account.

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Have Questions?

Please contact the appropriate Graduate School staff member for assistance, or contact our Main Office at gradschool@umbc.edu or 410-455-2537.

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester

All Students:
Apply by December 15
Apply by March 1

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Contact Information

Biochemistry Program Contacts

Main Contact

UMB Contact
410-706-8417

Program Director

Mike Summers
410-455-2491
summers@umbc.edu

Program Director - UMB

Gerald Wilson
410-706-8094
gwilson@som.umaryland.edu

Program Coordinator

Kiriaki Cozmo (Admissions)
410-706-8417
kicozmo@som.umaryland.edu

Program Coordinator

Tyrone Bullock
tbullock4@umbc.edu

UMBC Graduate School Admissions Office Contact Information

Mailing Address

UMBC Graduate School
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250

Admissions Staff

Staff are available from
Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 410-455-2537

Request Help

Email Graduate Admissions at gradschool@umbc.edu.

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