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Learn more about Marquette's neuroscience PhD program.

or schedule an on-campus visit.

Graduate Program Recruiter

Jack Nortman

(414) 288-5986

jack.nortman@marquette.edu

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To be eligible for admission to the Graduate School at 糖心传媒, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics from a regionally accredited institution or international equivalent must be completed prior to starting graduate school.
• A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.
• Demonstrated English proficiency for non-U.S. citizens.

Prior to applying, prospective applicants are encouraged to have an idea of what type of research they would like to work on if admitted into the program.

Application Requirements

• Read all application instructions prior to beginning an application.
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• Transcripts:
  • If coursework was completed within the United States, submit copies of all current and previous college/universities except Marquette¹
  • If coursework was completed outside of the United States, a transcript evaluation is required. A copy of a course-by-course evaluation is approved for the application process.²
• Statement of purpose outlining relevant education or work experience, career goals, possible areas of interest, and reasons for seeking admission to this program
• Provide three letters of recommendation that give evidence of the applicant's scholarly promise.
• For international applicants only: TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency
• Resume/CV

The recruitment committee reviews applications and selects a sub-group for phone interviews. After phone interviews are complete, the applications are selected for on-campus interviews. All applicants are notified of the committee鈥檚 decision.  

^{1Upon admission, final official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities, with certified English translations if original language is not English, must be submitted to the Graduate School within the first five weeks of the term of admission or a hold preventing registration for future terms will be placed on the student鈥檚 record.} 

^{2Upon admission, an official course-by-course transcript/academic record evaluation must be submitted to the Graduate School within the first five weeks of the term of admission or a hold preventing registration for future terms will be placed on the student鈥檚 record.} 

December 1: Application and application materials should be received to be considered for the fall term.

This doctoral program brings together faculty from biological sciences, biomedical engineering, biomedical sciences, physical therapy-exercise science, computational mathematical and statistical science, philosophy, and psychology. Their collective expertise will be able to provide a structured neuroscience-based curriculum that will allow for educational and research opportunities in this rapidly expanding subject area and will lead students to emerging career opportunities. Learn more about faculty research areas by visiting their department webpages.

Research and teaching assistantships are available.

Private scholarships may also be available. U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to apply for need-based federal aid (loans) to help fund their educational expenses as well.