Applicants must complete at least a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent prior to enrollment in the Program. Examples of undergraduate majors that normally constitute satisfactory preparation for graduate work in Neuroscience include but are not limited to: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Neurobiology, Neuroscience and Psychology.

The Genetics GIDP program does not have absolute criteria for GPA or GRE scores, characteristics of a strong application will generally include:

GPA of 3.5 or higher
GRE scores are optional.
2 strong letters of recommendation from college professors, one of whom served as advisor for an independent research study, international students should provide at least one letter from a scientist who works in or is known well the U.S. system
A strong personal statement indicating basis for interest in genetic graduate study in neuroscience, relevant background, and career goals.
A Curricum Vitae or Resume.
The Graduate Admissions Committee evaluates the entire admissions file. Deficiencies in one or two of the areas described above should not discourage interested applicants from applying.

All required documents *must be* uploaded electronically, no paper copies will be accepted during the application process.

The following is a summary of all materials that should be prepared submitted online prior to the application deadline (December 1 for PhD) in order to complete your application:

Graduate College Application for Genetics: https://apply.grad.arizona.edu/
Scores from the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) are currently optional
Scanned copies of transcripts from each college or university attended
A Personal Statement (see below)
Two (2) letters of recommendation (follow the instruction on the Graduate College application)
International students must submit TOEFL scores
It is recommended that you keep a hard-copy of all online forms, in case there are technical problems with online transmission.

If you are admitted, you will be required to submit 1 copy of your transcripts

International students are required to submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Minimum TOEFL: a score of 550 (paper based) or 79 (iBT) or higher.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 79 iBT (or 60 on the revised PBT with no section score lower than 15). Individual MyBest scores must also be dated within 2 years of the enrollment term to be considered valid.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - minimum composite score of 7, with no subject area below a 6