Contact:
Sabina Deressa
University of Minnesota
MMC 265 Mayo Building
420 Delaware Street, SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Telephone: (612) 626-5898
FAX: (612) 626-6460
E-Mail: deres002@umn.edu
WWW: http://www.neuroscience.umn.edu
Other Degrees Offered in the Program: M.D./Ph.D.
Program Established: 1987
Number of Faculty: 113
Number of Students: 61
U.S. Citizens: 96%
Female: 41%
U.S. Underrepresented Minorities: 11%
Asian or Pacific Islander: 2%
Black (Not Hispanic): 0%
Hispanic Origin: 9%
Number of Graduates in the Last Five Years: 45
Faculty Supervising Graduate Student Theses in Their Laboratories:
58
Average Number of Years Taken by These Graduates to Complete
the Program: 6
Program Description: We are a large, multidisciplinary program consisting of over 100 faculty members from all parts of the University of Minnesota, 25 departments from over 8 colleges. The multidisciplinary nature of our Ph.D. program is one of its most significant strengths. Often the most novel and interesting research comes from the bringing together of two disciplines, and this multidisciplinary approach is supported by the collaborative environment at the University of Minnesota.
Admission Requirements: We require all students to take the general GRE. Students whose native language is not English are required also to take the TOEFL and obtain a minimum score of 625 or obtain 6.5 on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) examination. While we have no minimum GPA or GRE score requirements, a GPA of 3.5 and GRE score reaching at least the 80th percentile for all three sections are typical of students accepted into our program. All prospective students are required to fill out an application, and as part of the application process, we require three letters of recommendation and a personal statement about the student's ambitions and motivations for a research career.
How, or Where to Apply: Apply online at http://www.neuroscience.umn.edu/ProStu/apppross.html
Annual Tuition and Fees Costs: Entering students are offered full financial aid for the first twelve months of their graduate studies. Students beyond their first year are supported by their research adviser or by individual fellowships and a variety of training grants. During the 2005-06 academic year, full support includes @23, 500 in direct aid for a twelve-month year plus full health-care benefits for students (and some for dependent-care coverage) worth more than $3000 per year. Students receive an additional amount of more than $7000 in the form of tuition support.
Cost of Study
The cost of tuition is fully waived for students receiving support.
Housing Availability and Costs Per Year: During the 2004–05 academic year, the average cost of room and board for students in the University’s residence halls was $4000. The cost of University housing for married students began at $463 per month for a one-bedroom apartment. Rents for off-campus housing vary widely.
Day-Care Facilities Availability and Costs Per Month:
The University of Minnesota operates an Early Childhood Education/Child Care Program. The center is licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services and accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs. Conveniently located next to campus, the University Child Care Center serves children of students, staff, and faculty, ages 3 months to pre-kindergarten. However, there is a very long waiting list and you will need to call for an application. A pre-admission visit, intake conference and deposit are required for all new parents and children. For information, contact:
Stipend/Assistantships and Financial Assistance: Entering students are offered full financial aid for the first twelve months of their graduate studies. Students beyond their first year are supported by their research adviser or by individual fellowships and a variety of training grants. During the 2005–06 academic year, full support includes $23,500 in direct aid for a twelve-month year plus full health-care benefits for students (and some dependent-care coverage) worth more than $3000 per year. Students receive an additional amount of more than $7000 in the form of tuition support.
How, if Necessary, To Apply For Stipends And Financial Assistance: All admitted students are automatically offered a full financial assistance package.
Last revised April 2006
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