Admissions

General and Subject GRE scores are not required for applicants seeking admission for Fall 2024; however, they are strongly recommended. Other aspects of the application (i.e., transcripts, CV, statements, recommendations) will carry more weight if GRE scores are not supplied.

When applying to the Maryland Biophysics Doctoral Program, you must fill out the application form and pay the $75 application fee. In addition, you must present a clear and consistent case that you have the background, desire, and ability to complete a biophysics graduate degree. You make this case with the following:

  1. Official Transcripts reflecting all undergraduate and graduate work completed or in progress. Please send transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
  2. At least Three Letters of Recommendation submitted by professors or others who can assess the quality of your academic performance and scholastic potential.
  3. A 1000-2000 Word Statement that includes your goals and objectives in pursuing graduate study and any life experiences that you feel have prepared you to purse a graduate degree.
  4. Resume or Curriculum Vita
  5. Description of Research/Work Experience 
  6. General Graduate Record Examination (General GRE) is required, while a GRE subject exam in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or physics is strongly recommended. Under certain circumstances, the GRE subject exam may be waived. Please note that the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and the GRE Subject are optional for applicants seeking admission for Fall 2024.
  7. TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE Scores are required if you are an international applicant, a U.S. citizen, or permanent resident with international credentials whose native language is not English and who does not hold a degree from an institution in the U.S. or an English-speaking country as identified by the Graduate School.

Application Deadline:

The application deadline is Friday, January 5, 2024Please apply hereThere is no Spring semester admission.  

    The electronic submission of application materials helps expedite the review of an application. Completed applications are reviewed by a Biophysics admission committee. The admission recommendations from the program are submitted to the Dean of the Graduate School. Thus, all degree seeking applicants must be formally admitted to the University of Maryland Graduate School. Learn about Admissions Fee Waiver Eligibility.


    Information for International Graduate Students:

    The University of Maryland is dedicated to maintaining a vibrant international graduate student community. The office of International Students and Scholars Services (ISSS) is a valuable resource of information and assistance for prospective and current international students. International applicants are encouraged to explore the services they offer and contact them with related questions.

    The University of Maryland Graduate School offers admission to international students based on academic information; it is not a guarantee of attendance. Admitted international students will then receive instructions about obtaining the appropriate visa to study at the University of Maryland which will require submission of additional documents. For more information, please check the Graduate Admissions Process for international applicants.


    Contact:

    For questions related to the admissions process, please contact the Graduate School.

    Materials to be sent to the Maryland Biophysics Program should be addressed to:

    The Graduate School, University of Maryland
    2123 Lee Building
    7809 Regents Drive
    College Park, MD 20742
    Phone: 301-405-3644
    Email: gradschool@umd.edu

    To request more information on the Biophysics Graduate Program, please send an email to biophysics@umd.edu