The program offers graduate study and research leading to a Master of Biological Science (M.S.) degree or a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in either Neuroscience or Biological Sciences. Prospective students wishing to apply directly to the Cell Biology and Neuroscience must first secure a faculty mentor prior to the on-line application process. A Ph.D. student must complete 60 credits. This will include a mix of dissertation credits and graduate-level coursework credits. The exact proportion of credits will be determined for each student by their advisory committee. Accepted students will be assigned an advisory committee upon entering the program to assist them in tailoring a curriculum that best fits their educational needs, research interests, and career plans.The program offers graduate study and research leading to a Master of Biological Science (M.S.) degree or a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in either Neuroscience or Biological Sciences. Prospective students wishing to apply directly to the Cell Biology and Neuroscience must first secure a faculty mentor prior to the on-line application process. A Ph.D. student must complete 60 credits. This will include a mix of dissertation credits and graduate-level coursework credits. The exact proportion of credits will be determined for each student by their advisory committee. Accepted students will be assigned an advisory committee upon entering the program to assist them in tailoring a curriculum that best fits their educational needs, research interests, and career plans.