Contact:
Diego Restrepo
Neuro, 8315, RCIN, 7107
12800 E. 19th Ave.
P. O. Box 6511
Aurora, CO 80045
Telephone: (303) 724-3120
FAX: (303) 724-3121
E-Mail: diego_restrepo@uchsc.edu
WWW:
http://www.uchsc.edu/
Ph.D. DEGREES OR PROGRAMS AVAILABLE: Neurobiology
Other Degrees Offered in the Program: M.D./Ph.D.
Program Established: 1987
Number of Faculty: 36
Number of
Students: 24
U.S. Citizens: 100%
Female:
46%
U.S. Underrepresented Minorities: 4%
Hispanic or Latino Origin:
4%
Number of Graduates in the Last Five Years: 22
Number of Faculty Who Have Supervised Graduate Student Thesis
Projects in Their Labs in the Last Five
Years: 23
Average Number of Years to Complete the Program: 6 yrs.
Program Description: The University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center offers a multidisciplinary, interdepartmental training program in neuroscience. An internationally recognized faculty of more than 36 members from five basic science and four clinical departments provide training in molecular, cellular, systems, and developmental neuroscience leading to the Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree. Students are supported by NIH training grants.
During their first year in the program, students take core courses consisting of instruction in cellular and molecular neurobiology, systems neurobiology, developmental neurobiology, and pharmacology and anatomy of the central nervous system (CNS) as well as biochemistry and molecular biology. Students also participate in a faculty-student neuroscience seminar program and engage in laboratory research rotations. This training encompasses both a critical evaluation of the original literature and hands-on experience with state-of-the-art research techniques.
Denver is a large metropolitan city of more than 2 million people, lying at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Denver's cultural attractions include major museums, a symphony orchestra, numerous theaters, and professional sporting events, all within minutes of the Health Sciences Center. The high elevation, dry climate, and sunny days provide opportunities for year-round outdoor activities, including skiing, backpacking, climbing, fishing, and biking.
Admission Requirements: Students seeking admission into our program should have an undergraduate degree or its equivalent and have taken the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Foreign students must also take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A baccalaureate degree in either a biological science, chemistry, physics or engineering is recommended. Applicants are strongly encouraged to take an undergraduate level biochemistry course. Students will be more favorably viewed for admission if they have Graduate Record Examination percentiles of 65% or higher. There is no absolute requirement for grade point average above that required by the graduate school, but successful applicants will generally have GPAs above 3.2 (A=4.0). Undergraduate research experience is strongly recommended.
How and Where to Apply: Application materials are available online at the Graduate School website linked to the Neuroscience home page, www.uchsc.edu/neuroscience. For fall enrollment, completed applications must be received by January 15.
Annual Tuition and Fees Costs: Tuition for 2006-07 is approximately $123 per semester hour for Colorado residents and approximately $757 per semester hour for nonresidents. Health insurance and fees are approximately $3082 annually. Students in the program receive complete support.
Approximate Cost of Living Per Year: Living expenses vary.
Housing Availability and Costs Per Year: TThe Health Science Center is close to an attractive residential neighborhood a few miles from the campus and downtown Denver. There are many apartments and houses in surrounding neigborhoods. Rents start at approximately $700 per month.
Day-Care Facilities Availability and Costs Per Month: There are daycare facilities around the Metro area. Fees for daycare vary.
Stipend/Assistantships and Financial Assistance: Students admitted to the Neurobiology Training Program are eligible for fellowship support that pays tuition and fees and provided a stipend of approximately $22,500 in 2006-07 Stipends increase on a regular basis.
How To Apply For Stipends And Financial Assistance: Students admitted to the Neurobiology Training Program are supported by Training Grant and institutional funding. Students can apply for additional fellowships and awards. For financial aid students should contact the University Financial Aid office.
Last revised December 2005
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