Admissions

Visiting PMCB

Invitation only recruitment visit dates for 2012

February 1st-4th

February 15th - 18th

If you are invited to interview for admission, you will receive a phone call from the program coordinator in mid-December.

Applications & Requirements

Application Instructions and On-Line Application

Instructions and application are available on the Office of Graduate Studies under Admissions.  You will complete the SoM Graduate Program - PhD Application.

Prerequisite Recommendations

It is recommended that applicants complete the following prerequisite course work: General Biology, General Chemistry, Physics, Genetics, Organic Chemistry, and Calculus

Application Checklist

A complete application consists of:

• On-Line application which includes a personal statement.
• Official  transcripts from all colleges/universities attended.
• GRE scores (general test) no more than 5 years old.
• TOEFL scores (for international students whose native language is not English) no more than 2 years old.
• GRE & TOEFL: Program codes are 4865 (Oregon Hlth Sci U Sch Medicine),  no department code or specialty tests required.  It is the applicant's responsibility to insure proper coding for these tests. Improper coding will cause delays and may cause difficulties with application review.
• Letters of reference a minimum of three required from individuals who can address the applicant's potential for research and graduate studies play an important role in the admission process. Request recommendations from persons who have a thorough knowledge of your background and qualifications.
• The applicant's personal statement is also important and care should be used in preparing the statement. A discussion of research experience and scientific interests is recommended. There is no set format, page length or word requirement.
• Applications will be reviewed when all materials have been received. In reviewing candidates, the admissions committee evaluates a number of factors including academic record, research experience, and GRE scores.
• Selected applicants will be invited to OHSU for interviews during one of the  interview sessions generally in February and March (arrive Wednesday - depart Saturday).
• The invitation only interviews involve meeting with faculty and current graduate students while providing an opportunity to learn about the program, the OHSU campus, and Portland.