Ohio State University Fully Funded PhD in Neuroscience
PhD @Ohio State University posted 2 weeks agoJob Description
The Ohio State University offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Neuroscience through its interdisciplinary Neuroscience Graduate Program (NGP). This program provides comprehensive financial support to admitted doctoral students, enabling them to focus on their academic and research pursuits.
Program Overview
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Degree: Ph.D. in Neuroscience
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Institution: The Ohio State University
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Program: Neuroscience Graduate Program (NGP)
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Program Structure: Full-time, research-intensive, typically completed in 5 years
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Research Areas:
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Neurotrauma
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Neurological/Neurodegenerative Disorders
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Neuroimmunology
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Behavioral Neuroscience
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Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
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Cognitive & Computational Neuroscience/Imaging
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Neuropharmacology
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Developmental Neuroscience and Genetics
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Systems Neuroscience
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The program emphasizes interdisciplinary training, offering a comprehensive neuroscience curriculum and opportunities for students to engage in cutting-edge research under the mentorship of nationally and internationally renowned faculty.
Funding Package
All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage.
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Stipend: Competitive annual stipend provided through Graduate Research Associate (GRA) or Graduate Fellow (GF) appointments.
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Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage funded by the university.
In the first year, students are typically funded by the NGP. From the second year onward, financial support is generally provided by the student’s faculty advisor. The NGP strives to ensure continued funding for students in good academic standing, even if an advisor’s grant funding lapses.
Additional funding opportunities are available through university fellowships, external grants (e.g., NSF GRFP, NIH F30/F31), and specialized programs such as the Neuroscience Scholarship Fund, which supports students who have faced significant adversity.
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background: A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., biology, psychology, neuroscience).
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Application Materials:
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Completed online application form.
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Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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Three letters of recommendation.
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Statement of purpose detailing research interests and career goals.
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Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
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TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers.
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The application fee is $60 for U.S. applicants and $70 for international applicants.
