The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular & Cellular Biology is a thriving, dynamic center of excellence in the Georgetown University School of Medicine. The department continues to undergo expansion with the overall focus on understanding the effects of environmental agents on biological systems.
The department occupies an entire floor of the Basic Science Building and has additional facilities in other parts of the Medical Center. Department resources are enriched through a broad range of collaborative studies with investigators at the National Institutes of Health, the US Department of Defense, and other well-known government research institutions and the Biotechnology industry in the Washington metropolitan area. These collaborations allow access to a wide spectrum of expertise and state-of-the-art technologies.
The department prepares M.S. students for successful careers as investigators in biomedical sciences, the biotechnology industry and for other advanced degrees in science, law, business and medicine. The department offers M.S. Degrees: in Biotechnology and in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The Ph.D. program has traditionally trained students for academic research positions and continues to do so. However, we are particularly excited about our new Ph.D. program with an emphasis in Biotechnology, which is being designed in collaboration with the biotechnology industry.
General Information for Prospective Graduate Students
- Transfer of Credits: With pre-approval, up to eight graduate credits may be transferred into the Master of Science Program. At least a B grade is required for each course that is transferred.
- Tuition: Tuition for the Master degrees (30 credits), for full time students, is $35,160 ($17,580 per semester) for the Fall 2008 and Spring 2009 Semesters. Tuition is subject to change.
- Scholarships and other Financial Aid: Beginning in the fall semester, 2008, M.S. students may apply for merit-based, partial scholarships. To be considered, please simply mark the appropriate box on your application for admission. Information about student loan programs and other forms of financial aid can be obtained from the Office of Student Financial Aid (http://www8.georgetown.edu/admin/provost/osfs/).
- Housing for Full-Time Students: The Off-Campus Housing Office, located in 530 Leavey Center, assists graduate students in finding suitable accommodations. You may call 202-687-7764, email guochrs@georgetown.edu or visit us at Darnall Hall, M-31 for additional information. Visit Housing at a Glance Page for additional resources.
Application Deadlines
Early submission of applications are highly recommended.
Fall Admission: July 1st
Spring Admission: December 1st
Late applications are considered based on availability of space in the M.S. programs.