University of Toronto Biochemistry
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Contacts
Website: http://www.biochemistry.utoronto.ca/
Phone: 416-978-2702
Admissions e-mail: assocgrad.coordinator.biochem@utoronto.ca
Program Information
- Master’s Program (MSc)
- After two years into the program, student has an option to apply to transfer into the PhD program
- Research experience is an asset
- Doctor’s Program (PhD)
Admission Requirements
Course and Degree Requirements
- Master’s Program
- Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or related areas
- Students who completed the bachelor’s degree in a country other than Canada are required to have an MSc degree in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or in a related subject area
- Required Courses
- Introductory survey courses in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BIOL200 (3 credits) and BIOC212 (3 credits) or BIOL201 (3 credits))
- Two advanced courses in biochemistry (BIOC311, 312 (6 credits) or equivalent)
- Doctor’s Program
- Master’s degree or equivalent
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GPA
- Minimum GPA: B+ during the last two years of study
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GRE
- International students require GRE General and GRE Subject (Biochemistry)
- Minimum rank of 80%
- TOEFL scores are required
- Minimum paper-based – 580 / TWE 5
- Minimum computer-based – 237 / Essay rating 5
- Minimum internet-based – 93 / Writing 22, Speaking 22
- Waived if language of instruction is English
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Supporting Documents
- Three letters of reference – people who are familiar with academic/research capabilities
- Online application here
- Letter of intent (1-2 pages) – describes why you wish to enter the biochemistry graduate program
- Official Transcripts from all previous university programs attended
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Timeline
Early Admissions Deadline: January 15, 2019
- Early Admissions Required Documents: Feb 1, 2019
Complete applications received by the early submission deadline are strongly encouraged.
SEPTEMBER 2019 Admission Deadlines
- May 1, 2019 - Last day to submit application online (application fee must also be paid by this time)
- May 15, 2019 - Last day to submit required application documents
-International applicants are encouraged to complete online applications and have all of the required documents submitted to the department for the early deadline to ensure adequate time to apply for a student Visa.
JANUARY ADMISSIONS
- September 15, 2019 - Last day to submit application online (application fee must also be paid by this time)
- October 1, 2019 - Last day to submit required application documents
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Tuition 2013-2014
- M.Sc. Students
- Domestic fees - $$8,489.52
- International fees - $$24,853.52
- Ph.D. Students
- Domestic fees - $8,489.52
- International fees - $9,113.52
Domestic M.Sc. Students will receive a stipend of $27,124.52 and international students will receive $43,488.52. Domestic Ph.D. Students will receive $29,195.52 and international students will receive $29,819.52
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