Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry of Health and Disease - Molecular Machines in Biology and Disease

The Biochemistry of Health and Disease graduate program offers a rigorous and broad-based curriculum of research and coursework leading to the MS or PhD degree. The program provides a communal and supportive environment that promotes the free exchange of ideas and methodologies, in which all of members of the community are invested in one another's success. A diverse and dynamic array of faculty mentors participate in the program, representing research areas that include protein structure/function analysis, drug discovery, mechanistic enzymology, cell signaling, virus-host interactions and cancer biology. The theme of molecular and structural mechanisms represents a common thread running through all research programs, regardless of the specific biological focus.

Official transcripts must be sent directly to Drexel from all the collegesuniversities that you have attended Transcripts must be submitted in a sealed envelope with the collegeuniversity seal over the flap Please note that transcripts are required regardless of number of credits taken or if the credits were transferred to another school

EssayPersonal Statement
Please write approximately 500 words explaining your reasons for pursuing a degree from Drexel your shortterm and longterm career plans and how your background experience interests andor values when combined with a Drexel degree will enable you to pursue these goals successfully Please submit your essay with your application or through the Discover Drexel portal after you submit your application

Rsum
Upload your rsum as part of your admission application or through the Discover Drexel portal after you submit your application

Letters of Recommendation
Three letters of recommendation are required
The Graduate Record Exam GRE is not required for admission to the Biochemistry of Health and Disease MS and PhD programs International applicants must demonstrate their comprehension of the English Language by submitting results on the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL or International English Language Testing System IELTS
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.