Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry - Biochemistry

Our department's research spans all traditional chemistry disciplines (Analytical, Biochemistry, Inorganic, Materials, Organic, and Physical) but fosters a highly collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment with emphasis in the Chemistry of Health, Advanced Measurements & Analysis, and Chemistry of Energy & Materials. Before applying, students should examine the research specializations of the faculty in their area of interest to identify labs in which they would like to study. We encourage direct contact between potential applicants and individual faculty to explore mutual interests in research training opportunities.

A Ph.D. is typically awarded within 5.2 years and requires core coursework (18h), original research, research publication, and defense of the research in front of a faculty committee. During their Ph.D., students will conduct research in state-of-the-art research facilities. Recent graduates of the program have been very successful in obtaining academic, research, industrial, and professional positions nationally and internationally.

You will need to prepare the following items as a text, Word, or PDF file to be uploaded as Supporting Documents for your online application:

Complete the online application at the FSU Office of Admissions Online Application System.
Document 1 Program and faculty of interest: Please rank the following programs in order of your preference: Analytical, Biochemistry, Inorganic, Materials, Organic, and Physical. Only rank the programs in which you are interested. Also please list names of at least three faculty members with whom you would be interested in working.
Document 2 Statement of purpose: Provide a 1-3 page statement of your goals and purpose in pursuing a graduate degree in chemistry. Include a discussion of your research experience and interests.
Document 3 R'sum: In your r'sum, provide information about any honors and awards you have received, teaching experience, research experience (within a lab setting, performing honors research or directed individual studies, etc), scientific publications and presentations, relevant work experience, and any special skills you may have (e.g. computer programming, etc.).
Document 4 Unofficial transcript(s).
Letters of recommendation: Be ready to provide the names and contact information for a minimum of three individuals who will write your letters.
All international transcripts need the credential evaluation prior to department review
The GRE is no longer required for both domestic or international students.
80 on the IB-TOEFL, or 7.0 on the IELTS