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Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Science

FAU Graduate College Neuroscience Admission Requirements

1. Initiate the application process:
2. Create an account in GRADCAS
   • Search: Florida Atlantic University
   • Neuroscience – Doctor of Philosophy
   • Fill out the on-line application
3. Undergraduate GPA of 3.4 (neuroscience, biology, psychology, or related relevant field)
4. Graduate GPA of 3.4 (if applicable)
5. Personal Statement – Include your college/degree/major, and explain your purpose for graduate study, including your career goals and how a Ph.D. in Neuroscience is important to achieving those goals. Discuss areas of neuroscience research of interest and highlight any previous research experience(s).
6. Resume/CV – The resume should include pertinent work history, research experience, publications, honors, etc. Prior laboratory research experience is typical of admitted students, but not required. Please include any research funding in your resume/CV.
7. Letters of Recommendation – Three letters of recommendation are required, with up to five can be submitted on your behalf. As part of the online application, you will be required to register the names and contact information, including e-mail addresses, of your recommenders. Recommenders will then receive an e-mail with directions how to proceed. Applicants are strongly encouraged that letters are from academic/research advisors. Contact your recommenders before submitting their information in the online application.
8. Transcripts – Official transcripts and/or Official Foreign Credential Evaluations must be received from ALL institutions attended (electronic or post), order them as soon as possible. *Posted physical transcripts can be sent to: Florida Atlantic University, ATTN: Graduate College Admissions, 777 Glades Road – SU 80, Room 101, Boca Raton, FL 33431-0991
9. List five FAU Neuroscience Graduate Program NGP Faculty from list that you are interested in their research in the on-line application.
10. Pay application fee to submit online application. (Submit early so your application can be fully processed and referred to our program)

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