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Iowa State University Iowa State University Interdepartmental Genetics 2102 Molecular Biology Ames, IA 50011-3260 US   Phone: 1-800-499-1972 Fax: 1-515-294-6669   Visit Program Website At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.S.- Genetics Doctoral Ph.D.- Genetics On Campus   The Genetics Graduate Program has 73 faculty and 100 graduate students in thirteen different departments. Genetics faculty have strengths in many areas, from fundamental studies at the molecular, cellular, organismal, and population levels, to research with immediate practical application. Ongoing research projects span all the major areas of theoretical and experimental genetics, including genomics, molecular studies of gene regulation, gene mapping, transposable element studies, developmental genetics, quantitative and mathematical genetics, evolutionary genetics and population genetics. We welcome applications year around, but for best chances for admission apply for Fall. Iowa State has a strong history of focusing on relevant social, environmental and international issues to strengthen food and agriculture for our nation and the world. Iowa State has state-of-the-art biotechnology service and support facilities and entrepreneurial opportunities. The Genetics program reviews all domestic applications upon completion. Selected prospective students are invited for interviews with faculty, to tour the campus, and meet present graduate students. International applications are reviewed in February with announcement of admissions between March 1 and May 15. New students participate in rotations through several labs prior to mutually determining their research project and major professor. We offer a strong core curriculum in genetics and faculty and students have a strong publishing record. Upon completion of their degree, genetics graduate students go on to excellent opportunities in academia and in industry. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Iowa State is located in Ames, Iowa. Ames and the surrounding area has popular year around indoor and outdoor activities. Iowa State has a strong cultural, theatrical and sports programs located on a beautiful campus. Ames has a high quality of life environment and you can ride the bus for free.     Accreditation Information: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools  # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees 4-year degree in an appropriate major; for example: biology, biochemistry, animal science, genetics.  Pre-Requisite Courses It is expected that all graduate students entering the Interdepartmental Genetics graduate program will have taken courses in basic biology, chemistry at least through organic chemistry, one year of college-level physics, mathematics at least through calculus, and at least one through course in basic transmission and molecular genetics. Undergraduate training in statistics and biochemistry are strongly encouraged.  International Student Requirements The same requirements as domestic students plus TOEFL examination.  Requirements Qualifying Exam: GRE Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: 3.0 English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Yes Clinical Internship: No   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements Prospective students must indicate an interest in areas of genetics research or specific researchers at Iowa State University. This may be as general or specific as the student deems appropriate.    Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 2587  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 1996  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $909  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $16350  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year:   Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable         Visit Program Website