- Our research is featured regularly in Science and Nature, and covers the gamut of modern biology: from cellular and molecular biology, through ecology and evolutionary biology, to interdisciplinary or computational ventures with the Departments of Mathematics & Statistics, Computer Science, Chemistry, and the Health Sciences Center.
- The research problems investigated vary from theoretical through computational to applied. Many faculty focus their research in New Mexico and the Southwest, while others explore Mexico, Antarctica, Australia and Africa. We also conduct laboratory-based studies of model organisms, like yeast, C. elegans and Drosophila, and of non-traditional organisms such as marsupials, molluscs and parasites.
- The Program offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. Our program is thriving—currently, more than 100 students are enrolled—and offers a variety of well-funded research projects that welcome graduate student participation. Our department provides an excellent atmosphere for graduate students to reach their full potential—rigorous, collaborative, and responsive to the need of the students.
- Graduate students are involved in departmental decisions, and the Biology Graduate Student Association has funds to support research in the department. Ultimately, our graduates are successful in advancing in their chosen careers, and leave UNM having developed friendships and collegial networks that last a lifetime.
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Eligibility & Entry Requirement
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; the degree must be granted prior to entering the UNM graduate program, but does not have to be in the biological sciences;
- an overall grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale) in biology and other science courses (chemistry, physics and mathematics);
- two semesters of introductory biology, one semester of genetics, and at least 12 hours of upper division (300 and above) biology courses;
- a clearly written letter of intent that demonstrates specific goals and an understanding of graduate education; and
- three letters of recommendation, an official set of transcripts, and a Departmental Application Information Form (see details in the section on Application Procedures).
- The GRE is optional. GRE scores will not be considered in the admission process; however, if submitted, they will be made available for review by faculty.
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