Thomas Jefferson University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Ph.D.-Neuroscience

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Neuroscience at Jefferson gives students the opportunity to acquaint themselves with a wide variety of research areas in neuroscience. In recognition of the diverse areas of interest and synergy with other disciplines, the program has a core curriculum of courses in neuroscience, cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology.

Jefferson neuroscientists comprise a distinguished group of scientific investigators who have received numerous grants and awards for their research. Leaders in areas ranging from the electrophysiological and structural analysis of single membrane channels to unraveling cellular dysfunction in neurodegenerative diseases are represented among this group of outstanding scientists. Training opportunities are available in molecular and cellular neuroscience, neurobiology of disease, behavioral/cognitive neuroscience and translational neuroscience.

Accreditation:

Thomas Jefferson University is fully accredited by the Commission of Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

Eligibility Requirements:

For more information on eligiblity/application requirements please see our website at:
http://www.jefferson.edu/JCGS/admissions/phdprog.cfm

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Medical Schools/Medical Centers

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999