Prospective Graduate Students
When you ask yourself the question "Where should I pursue
my graduate career in Microbiology?", what criteria do you
use?
> The research interests of
the faculty?
> The seminars program in the
department?
> The research facilities?
> The college-town atmosphere?
Or maybe you ask…
Where is the Sports Illustrated #1-ranked
student recreation center containing four gymnasiums, three pools, climbing walls,
and weight rooms?
Whatever your criteria, it is likely you'll find
the Microbiology Graduate Program at the University of Georgia
to be a great prospect.
So click here for
the Graduate Program Application and information.
Information for Applicants to the Graduate Program:
Ph.D. and M.S. Degree Programs
The Department of Microbiology offers M.S. and Ph.D. degree programs.
Students with a B.S. degree may apply directly for either program.
Degree requirements include the successful completion of course
work and comprehensive exams, fulfillment of the Graduate School
residency requirement, and submission of a thesis or dissertation
consisting of original, scholarly research in the field of
microbiology. Students pursue a variety of disciplines, including
microbial physiology and genetics, cell biology, microbial
pathogenesis, ecology, evolution, population biology, biotechnology,
and bioinformatics. All students rotate through at least two
laboratories, usually for period of 5 to 9 weeks in each, before
choosing a major professor. In the first three semesters, students
take a core curriculum in microbial physiology and metabolism,
molecular biology, and microbial diversity. Advanced courses
in specialized areas are also available through the Department
of Microbiology and the Division of Biological Sciences. The
M.S. program is generally completed in two to three years,
while the Ph.D. usually requires five to six years. The program of
study is designed by the student and his or her advisory committee
to provide a broad foundation in microbiology, preparing the
student for a career in research and/or teaching in academia,
industry, or the government.
Stipends and Cost of Study
New graduate students in the Department of Microbiology will be supported
by assistantships or fellowships with awards starting at $20,000
per year for Ph.D. candidates and $18,000 per year for M.S.
candidates. Several Ph.D. candidates have been awarded the
University's highly competitive Presidential Graduate Fellowship,
which has an annual stipend of $22,000. In addition to these
awards, full annual tuition is waived for every graduate student
on any kind of fellowship or assistantship; this amounts to
an additional value of $19,792. Thus, the total financial package
(assistantship/fellowship plus tuition waiver) ranges from
$37,792 to $41,792, depending on the type of assistantship/fellowship.
Microbiology Graduate Student Association
Approximately 50 students are enrolled in graduate studies in
the Department of Microbiology, representing Europe, Asia,
Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and seventeen states.
The Microbiology Graduate Student Association promotes communication
between students and faculty members, sponsors visiting seminar
speakers and social events, and participates in the campus-wide
Graduate Student Association.
Living and Housing Costs
The cost of living (including food, clothing, housing, and utilities)
is generally quite reasonable in Athens (compare cost of living
at various locations): http://www.homefair.com/homefair/calc/salcalc.html).
Dormitory rooms are available. In addition, apartments are available in
the University's
family housing unit, with monthly rents ranging
from approximately $400 to $600, including water and cable television.
A variety of apartments, duplexes, and rental homes can be found
off
campus.
