Marine Biological Laboratory

2 Programs 1 Degree levels

PhD

Joint PhD Graduate Program

Offered at Marine Biological Laboratory

DegreePhD

FieldBiology

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A joint PhD program run by the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) and the University of Chicago that combines the University of Chicago’s first-year graduate training with MBL’s laboratory-focused environment. It suits students seeking a research-intensive doctoral pathway in development, regeneration and stem cell biology who want access to both institutional resources.

What you'll study

Specific course modules are not listed on the source page. The program currently enrolls students through the University of Chicago’s Committee on Development, Regeneration, and Stem Cell Biology Program, with plans to expand options. Training therefore combines UChicago graduate coursework in the first year with hands-on laboratory research and rotations at MBL.

Entry requirements

The source page does not provide a full set of entry criteria. Applications are handled through the University of Chicago graduate program (Committee on Development, Regeneration, and Stem Cell Biology). The announcement noted an application deadline for Autumn 2023 of December 1, 2022; prospective applicants should consult the University of Chicago admissions webpages for current requirements and deadlines.

Career prospects

The original announcement does not specify career outcomes. Given the program’s emphasis on doctoral research in development, regeneration and stem cell biology, graduates would generally prepare for careers in academic research, biomedical science, and related research-intensive roles.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program launch was supported by the Rowe Family Foundation. The source notes two first-year students already enrolled; applicants should check University of Chicago and MBL pages for current funding, fellowships, and support information.