Microbiology & Environmental Toxicology (M.S., Ph.D.)
The Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology program offers a Master of Science degree, and a Doctoral degree.
Important: Transcripts and Letters of Recommendation are required of all applicants.
Read the Application Instructions page for full details.
See the test score requirements for this program.
Below are specific requirements also needed for this program:
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Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
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In lieu of a Statement of Purpose, the following submissions are required:
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A Research Interest Statement (limit to one page)
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What has made you interested in attending graduate school in your chosen area, and specifically in the UCSC Microbiology and Environmental Toxicology Department?
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What are your academic and career goals?
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A Statement of Previous Research (limit to two pages)
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Please describe your previous research experience: Include what project(s) you worked on, the overall goals and your specific role. What did you enjoy, and what was challenging?
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It is more important that you address the points above for one project in depth, rather than to provide a comprehensive list of all of your research experiences, which can be listed on your CV/résumé.
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A Personal History Statement (limit to one page)
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Describe how your educational and life experiences and/or challenges have influenced your career goals and equipped you for graduate school success.
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See the application deadline
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