Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] [Pharmacology] From Cornell University

Ithaca, New YorkLocation
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Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Pharmacology)

3 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

₹17.2 L/Yr

$20,800 /Yr
  • The Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology at Cornell University is a 3-year program.
  • This program is the science of drugs, their chemical and biochemical properties, and their interactions with live cells, tissues, and organisms.
  • Students have the opportunity of pursuing research activities in:
    • Cancer pharmacology
    • Cardiovascular pharmacology
    • Toxicology
    • Clinical pharmacology
    • Proteomics
    • Drug design & synthesis, and translational research
  • Some of the research focuses on developing and evaluating novel therapies for a variety of diseases, and several faculty members have clinical involvements at Weill Cornell Medical College or Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. 
  • Students perform research that will result in better or new therapies for serious medical conditions such as cancer, epilepsy, neurodegenerative disorders, addictive and mental health disorders, and heart disease.
  • The Graduation rate of Cornell University is 94%.
  • The program prepares students for productive research careers in academia, government, or industry.
  • The student-faculty ratio of this college is 8:1.
  • The acceptance rate of Cornell University is 11%.
  • Cornell University is ranked #18 in QS Global World Rankings 2021.

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees₹1724112

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing₹758609
Food₹505132
Total Cost₹1263741

PhD student receives a generous annual stipend of $42,230 for the 2020-2021 academic year to support basic living expenses. Each student accepted to the PhD degree-granting programs are awarded a full-tuition scholarship, which includes all tuition, fees, and health insurance.


Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility: 

  • Students must have a bachelor's or a master's degree in a related field to get admission to this program.
  • A GPA of 3.34 on a 4.0 scale is required to be eligible for the program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
  • Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Students need to submit a minimum GMAT score and GRE exam scores for a better chance of admission.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.


Scores Required

7.0 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

100 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

310 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE updated

70 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE


Required Document List

The following Documents are required to attend this program:

  • Resume/CV: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and volunteer experience.
  • Academic Documents: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended.
  • Two confidential letters of recommendation: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics, and that references should submit along with the application system.
  • Tests Score statement: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
JN Tata Endowment ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
Paul Foundation scholarshipsScholarship per student₹ 16.7 L/Yr$20,174Level Of StudyDiplomaTypeMerit-Based
The Kay-Grant Group ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 82,890/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Robert S. McNamara Fellowship ProgramScholarship per student₹ 20.7 L/Yr$25,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
National Overseas ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 12.8 L/Yr$15,400Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeNeed-Based
BrokerFish International student scholarshipScholarship per student₹ 82,890/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based


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