Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S., Ph.D.

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Biology graduate program at Rensselaer is unique because it provides a solid academic foundation in molecular biology and biochemistry while enabling you to design graduate curricula to your individual preferences. Our goal is to prepare students for research, biotechnological, or industry careers at the forefront of modern biological science. Rensselaer emphasizes advanced research in these topics:biochemistry and biophysicsbioinformaticscell and molecular biologycancer cell biologywound healing tissue engineeringmicrobiology and microbial ecologyrecombinant DNA and geneticsvision regulation The resources for this type of research are extraordinarily rich at Rensselaer, with its strong emphasis on modern technology. Computing facilities and sophisticated analytical instrumentation available here make many difficult tasks easier to perform. We have a very favorable student to faculty ratio, ensuring that our graduate students have the opportunity for close interaction with their faculty advisors. You will also have opportunities for collaboration with renowned scientists from other departments such as chemistry, engineering, or mathematics, as well as nearby institutions including the Wadsworth Center/New York State Health Labs, University at Albany, and Albany Medical Center.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999