The Microbiology Graduate Program expects applicants to have a degree in microbiology or a similar area and have successfully completed at least one year each of biology, calculus, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics. Additional specialty courses and research experience in microbiology and/or biochemistry are highly encouraged. Students with any deficiencies in these areas should remedy them before applying to the program.
The University of Texas Graduate School recommends a minimum grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in upper-division (junior- and senior-level) coursework and in any graduate work already completed.
ILS programs require international applicants to have a minimum score of 80 on the internet-based TOEFL exam. The IELTS equivalent test score is 6.5-7.0.
There are no official guidelines for what to include in the statement of purpose.
All candidates for admission must submit three letters of recommendation with their application.
Your current C.V. or resume should include your educational background, relevant courses taken, related employment experience, relevant research experiences. Upload your C.V. to your MyStatus page as a Miscellaneous Admissions Document. (Optional)
Transcripts from all prior universities and colleges attended must be sent to Office of Graduate Admissions.
The Microbiology Graduate Program does not require the GRE exam. GRE scores voluntarily submitted will not be considered by the admissions committee.