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    Human Physiology, PhD

    Program Description

    The primary goal of the human physiology program is to provide classroom and research experiences that will allow graduate students to grow into professionals with the knowledge and experience to be great researchers and instructors.

    Providing students with an in-depth understanding of human physiology and advanced research skills is the hallmark of the College of Arts and Sciences PhD program. The department also provides students the opportunity to grow as university-level educators.

    Study towards a PhD follows an individualized program with a strong emphasis on research.

    The department encourages all applicants to this program, either with or without a MS degree however, they can no longer admit students who are seeking a terminal MS degree based on coursework or research alone.

    Prerequisites

    GPA criteria: Minimum 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Minimum completed coursework:
    1 General Chemistry class
    1 General Biology class
    2 Physiology classes (or combined Anatomy & Physiology classes)
    Grade criteria for each class: minimum grade of B-
    An individualized, holistic review process is used when considering each completed application. The following items are considered during holistic review:

    Class Rank
    Strength of academic background
    Record of achievements, honors, and awards
    Special accomplishments, work, and service both in and out of school
    Any special circumstances included in applicant's file that put the applicant's academic achievements into context

    Application at a Glance

    Detailed instructions are available on the program’s website. The following are required for your application:


    Program-Specific Application Requirements:
    CV
    Letters of Recommendation

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    College of Arts and Sciences
    Campus: Eugene
    Fall 2025
    Final Deadline - December 01, 2024 

    Applications must be submitted and paid for by 11:59 PM Pacific Time on the specified deadline date to be considered eligible.

    This program may accept applications after the posted deadline on a space-available basis. Refer to the program’s website for more details.