Master’s in Forensic Toxicology & Analytical Genetics
- Our Master’s in Forensic Toxicology & Analytical Genetics program is a professional degree program, which educates and prepares students to enter the workforce as working professionals
- No GRE requirement
- This program has 2 concentration focuses:
- Forensic Toxicology/Chemistry
- Forensic/Analytical Genetics
- The program curriculum contains two internships, which will provide our students with hand-on experiences necessary to exit the program and be competitive in the job market
- Our graduates are competitive for workforce deployment in the areas of:
- Drug Testing and Analysis
- DNA/ Genetic Testing & Analysis
- Forensic Governmental Divisions
- Hospital Clinical Labs
- Cancer Genetics
- Genealogy
- Crime Laboratories
- Research and Developmental Laboratories
- Tuition for this program is assessed at a special tuition rate for all students (in- and out-of-state), which represents a significant savings for out-of-state students
- Link for more information: https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/toxicology/forensic-toxicology-and-analytical-genetics
- Application Deadline: Applications received before April 1, 2024 will receive priority consideration. We do review applications on a rolling basis, meaning, once you submit your application we will review it within a few weeks and let you know a decision shortly after.
PhD in Toxicology & Cancer Biology
- Our PhD program has 2 concentration focuses:
- Toxicology – Students investigate the effects of toxic agents on humans and our environments
- Cancer Biology – Students investigate problems related to cancer development, improved cancer treatments, and preventions
- No GRE requirement
- All PhD students receive financial support in the form of a Graduate Research Assistantship; which includes a yearly stipend, health insurance and full-tuition coverage
- Link for more information: https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/toxicology/phd-program
- Application Deadline: January 6, 2024. Interviews will likely take place in February/March 2024.
Master’s in Toxicology
- Toxicology – Students investigate the effects of toxic agents on humans and our environments
- No GRE requirement
- Link for more information: https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/toxicology/forensic-toxicologychemistry
- The admission requirements are the same as the PhD’s admission requirements which can be found here: https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/toxicology/phd-program
- Application Deadline: Applications received before April 1, 2024 will receive priority consideration. We do review applications on a rolling basis, meaning, once you submit your application we will review it within a few weeks and let you know a decision shortly after.
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