Rice University Weiss School of Natural Science Biochemistry and Cell Biology Graduate Admissions Committee, 6100 S. Main Street, MS-140 Houston, TX 77005 US   Phone: 1-713-348-4230 Fax: 1-713-348-5154   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Doctoral Ph.D. - Biochemistry & Cell Biology On Campus   Our program is designed to build a strong foundation in modern biochemistry and cell biology, coupled with the development of critical thought and independence, to ensure competitive preparation for a future research career. All incoming students' curricula are structured to achieve competence in modern biochemistry, biophysical chemistry, genetics and molecular & cellular biology. Additional course work is tailored to the student's area of interest. Students can choose from specialized advanced-level course topics in plant molecular biology, developmental biology, advanced genetics, molecular biophysics and advanced cell and developmental biology.     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements Requirements Qualifying Exam: Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Research Competency: Clinical Internship:   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 1930  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 83  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $1300  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $24750  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