Chemistry, PhD
Program Description
The chemistry and biochemistry PhD program at the University of Oregon is designed to keep our student researchers at the forefront of chemical science.Our programs in the traditional areas of biochemistry, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry lay the foundation for new discoveries in materials science, molecular biology, optics, and theoretical chemistry.
Though our department is medium in size, we are a leading innovator in chemistry. The quality of our educational program has been recognized by training grants from the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, and the Department of Education. These grants recognize and support our efforts to provide a comprehensive educational program that can be tailored to the varied career goals of our students.
Application at a Glance
Detailed instructions are available on the program’s website. The following are required for your application:
Program-Specific Application Requirements:
Required Application Materials:
University of Oregon Graduate Application
Personal Statement: A 2-page statement of purpose. This should (A) discuss your main research interests, ideas, and questions; (B) explain your research experience and professional work and how it shapes your interest and future goals; and (C) state why you believe the University of Oregon is a good place for you to continue your research.
Three letters of recommendation: Our online application requests contact information for each reference. References will receive an email from us inviting them to fill out our online reference form. Letters can also be sent directly to: University of Oregon Department of Chemistry Graduate Program Manager, 1253 University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon 97403-1253
Transcripts: Scanned unofficial transcripts can be uploaded to your online application. Please include transcripts from all schools where you received college credit. If you would like to mail your transcripts, our address is: University of Oregon Department of Chemistry Graduate Program Manager, 1253 University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon 97403-1253. We will only require official transcripts after you have been accepted into our program and you decide to enroll here. At that time, we will require final degree transcripts, which are transcripts that show your degree and the date it was awarded.
(Optional)General GRE scores: A copy of your GRE Test Taker Report from the ETS website can be uploaded to your online application. If you prefer to have your results sent to us, please use the institution code; 4846, and the department code; 0301. If you have taken the test and are still waiting for your scores, you may leave this section blank. It can take up to 5 weeks for us to receive results, even for the computer test.
Official TOEFL scores:(international applicants only) Official TOEFL results sent directly to our department. If you have taken the test and are still waiting for your scores, you may leave this section blank. Scores below the minimum requirement will not be considered for admission.
University of Oregon Graduate Application
Personal Statement: A 2-page statement of purpose. This should (A) discuss your main research interests, ideas, and questions; (B) explain your research experience and professional work and how it shapes your interest and future goals; and (C) state why you believe the University of Oregon is a good place for you to continue your research.
Three letters of recommendation: Our online application requests contact information for each reference. References will receive an email from us inviting them to fill out our online reference form. Letters can also be sent directly to: University of Oregon Department of Chemistry Graduate Program Manager, 1253 University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon 97403-1253
Transcripts: Scanned unofficial transcripts can be uploaded to your online application. Please include transcripts from all schools where you received college credit. If you would like to mail your transcripts, our address is: University of Oregon Department of Chemistry Graduate Program Manager, 1253 University of Oregon Eugene, Oregon 97403-1253. We will only require official transcripts after you have been accepted into our program and you decide to enroll here. At that time, we will require final degree transcripts, which are transcripts that show your degree and the date it was awarded.
(Optional)General GRE scores: A copy of your GRE Test Taker Report from the ETS website can be uploaded to your online application. If you prefer to have your results sent to us, please use the institution code; 4846, and the department code; 0301. If you have taken the test and are still waiting for your scores, you may leave this section blank. It can take up to 5 weeks for us to receive results, even for the computer test.
Official TOEFL scores:(international applicants only) Official TOEFL results sent directly to our department. If you have taken the test and are still waiting for your scores, you may leave this section blank. Scores below the minimum requirement will not be considered for admission.
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College of Arts and Sciences
Campus: Eugene
Fall 2024
Priority Deadline - December 01, 2023
Final Deadline - December 31, 2023
Applications must be submitted and paid for by 11:59 PM Pacific Time on the specified deadline date to be considered eligible.