CDB Prospective Students
  • How to Apply
    Online applications are submitted through the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences web portal and then forwarded to the MCDB program for review.
  • MCDB Program Objectives and Philosophy
    The overall goal of the Molecular Cell and Developmental Biology (MCDB) Program is to equip students with the background and research training needed to contribute to the rapidly evolving and exciting areas of research in cell and developmental biology.
  • MCDB Program Expectations (at-a-glance)
    The MCDB Graduate Program is one of seven in the UVA Biomedical Sciences (BIMS) structure. The program requirements range from lecture courses and lab rotations to participation in journal clubs and seminar attendance.
  • Professional Development
    Graduate students will find various professional development opportunities within the MCDB program structure and at the University.
  • Financial Info
    Applicants who receive an offer for admission also receive a financial package that includes an annual stipend, tuition and fees, and health insurance subsidy.
  • Facilities
    The research labs in the MCDB program are located in five separate buildings across the UVa grounds: Gilmer Hall, Jordan Hall, MR-4, MR-5, and the West Complex.
  • The University
    The University of Virginia was founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence and third President of the United States.
  • Charlottesville and Vicinity
    Located among the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and just a two hour drive from Washington, D.C., Charlottesville offers a respectable variety of cultural, recreational, and culinary options.
  • FAQs
    Frequently asked questions.
  • Links
    Additional information about resources for graduate students at the University of Virginia
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