Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Pharmacology)
STEM Course
3 years
Full Time
On Campus
$20,800/Yr
$20,800 /Yr
- The Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology at Cornell University is a 3-year program.
- This program is the science of drugs, their chemical and biochemical properties, and their interactions with live cells, tissues, and organisms.
- Students have the opportunity of pursuing research activities in:
- Cancer pharmacology
- Cardiovascular pharmacology
- Toxicology
- Clinical pharmacology
- Proteomics
- Drug design & synthesis, and translational research
- Some of the research focuses on developing and evaluating novel therapies for a variety of diseases, and several faculty members have clinical involvements at Weill Cornell Medical College or Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
- Students perform research that will result in better or new therapies for serious medical conditions such as cancer, epilepsy, neurodegenerative disorders, addictive and mental health disorders, and heart disease.
- The Graduation rate of Cornell University is 94%.
- The program prepares students for productive research careers in academia, government, or industry.
- The student-faculty ratio of this college is 8:1.
- The acceptance rate of Cornell University is 11%.
- Cornell University is ranked #18 in QS Global World Rankings 2021.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $20800 (USD 20800) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Housing | $9152 (USD 9152) |
| Food | $6094 (USD 6094) |
| Total Cost | $15246 (USD 15246) |
PhD student receives a generous annual stipend of $42,230 for the 2020-2021 academic year to support basic living expenses. Each student accepted to the PhD degree-granting programs are awarded a full-tuition scholarship, which includes all tuition, fees, and health insurance.
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $20800 (USD 20800) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a bachelor's or a master's degree in a related field to get admission to this program.
- A GPA of 3.34 on a 4.0 scale is required to be eligible for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Students need to submit a minimum GMAT score and GRE exam scores for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Scores Required
Required Document List
The following Documents are required to attend this program:
- Resume/CV: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and volunteer experience.
- Academic Documents: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended.
- Two confidential letters of recommendation: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics, and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Tests Score statement: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JN Tata Endowment Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Paul Foundation scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 20,174/Yr$20,174 | Level Of StudyDiploma | TypeMerit-Based | |
| The Kay-Grant Group Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Robert S. McNamara Fellowship Program | Scholarship per student$ 25,000/Yr$25,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
| National Overseas Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 15,400/Yr$15,400 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeNeed-Based | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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Important Dates
| Program | Important Dates |
|---|---|
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