Contact:
Robert H. Fitts, Ph.D.
Marquette University
P.O. Box 1881
1300 University Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Telephone: (414) 288-5187
FAX: (414) 288-7357
E-Mail: robert.fitts@mu.edu
WWW: http://biology.marquette.edu
Other Degrees Offered in the Program: Ph.D.
or M.D./Ph.D.
Program Established: Early 1960's
Number of Faculty: 18
Number of Students: 24
U.S. Citizens: 58%
Female: 75%
U.S. Underrepresented Minorities: 8%
Black: 4%
Hispanic or Latino Origin: 4%
Number of Graduates in the Last Five Years:
20 PhD, 7 MS
Number of Faculty Supervising Graduate Student Thesis Projects in Their Labs
in the Last Five Years: 13
Average Number of Years to Complete the Program: 5.9
Program Description: Neuroscience is one of a number of areas of research concentration within the department of Biological Sciences at Marquette University. The department also includes expertise in cell and developmental biology, genetics and molecular biology, microbiology, ecology, physiology, and plant biology. Graduate students completing their dissertation project in the laboratory of one of the neuroscience faculty take four core courses in cell biology and biochemistry as well as specialized courses in the area of neuroscience in their first two years. Two to three laboratory rotations are completed in the first year to aid in choosing a laboratory for dissertation work. In addition to coursework and research, students participate in journal clubs and are encouraged to attend the annual Society for Neuroscience meeting. Beginning in the fall of 2006, an expanded specialization in Neuroscience will be offered in conjunction with the department of Biomedical Sciences at Marquette University. This will add eight additional neuroscience faculty to the program as well as expand the course offerings in the area of neuroscience.
Admission Requirements: Marquette University Graduate School Application for Admission Undergraduate Transcripts (and postgraduate transcripts if applicable) Graduate Record Examination scores (general test) A personal statement. Outline your future scientific and career goals and explain how our graduate program fits within these goals. Be as specific as possible, mentioning specific research laboratories or courses of study, as appropriate. Three letters of recommendation. It is recommended that applications are received by January 15th. Preference is given to students applying to the Ph.D. program over those applying to the M.S. program.
How, or Where to Apply: Applications can be found online at the following URL's (or a request can be submitted for a paper copy).
Biological Sciences website: http://biology.marquette.edu/gardstud/gettingstarted.htm
OR the general graduate school website: http://www.grad.mu.edu/future/apply.shtml
Annual Tuition and Fees Costs: $12,600 covered entirely by a tuition scholarship
Housing Availability and Costs Per Year: Marquette University is located in an urban setting with many housing options available.
Daycare Facilities And Costs Per Month: A professionally staffed daycare is available on campus. Cost varies with the age of the child. Students receive a discounted rate.
Stipend/Assistantships and Financial
Assistance: Full 12 month support including an 18-credit tuition scholarship and stipend for all students in the form of teaching assistantships or research assistantships. The stipend is $20,129 for 2005-06.
How to Apply: Automatic with admission.
Last revised December 2005
http://www.andp.org/programs/graduate/unitedstates/wisconsin/marquette.htm
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