R1 Ranked

NDSU is among the nation’s top research institutions

Top 2%

NDSU researchers are among the top two percent of scientists in the world

96%

Recent graduates employed full-time

Top 100

Public research university in the country with $190 million in research expenditures

NDSU's cellular and molecular biology doctoral program is designed to meet the demands of modern life sciences research, where understanding biological phenomena requires insight into molecular and cellular events. This dynamic, research-driven program offers cross-disciplinary training in biochemistry, cellular biology and molecular biology, supplying you with cutting-edge skills and techniques. The program boasts nearly 40 faculty mentors from diverse departments, fostering a collaborative scientific community that maximizes shared resources and multidisciplinary perspectives. Graduates of the CMB program excel in academia and industry, with a track record of 100% placement in postdoctoral training or permanent positions.

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NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.

Interdisciplinary Approach

Through the program you’ll receive an interdisciplinary education, research and training opportunities in basic and applied life sciences allowing you to integrate across concepts and disciplines while using multiple approaches to study contemporary biological problems.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Work in top-quality laboratories with equipment, including confocal and fluorescence microscopy, DNA sequencing, laser-capture microdissection, flow cytometry, microarray analysis, proteomic analysis, real-time PCR and scanning and transmission electron microscopy.

Rewarding Research

Take part in cutting-edge research projects taking place in the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources, College of Health and Human Sciences and the College of Engineering.

Tuition and Funding

NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To help you cover tuition and expenses, various departments offer graduate assistantships designed to support your academic and professional goals.

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At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking to further their education within a supportive, welcoming community.

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