UCSF Developmental and Stem Cell Biology PhD — Fall 2027
University of California, San Francisco
UCSF’s Developmental and Stem Cell Biology PhD is accepting applications for Fall 2027. Admitted students receive a living stipend and covered tuition and fees. Applications, transcripts and recommendation letters are due 1 December 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
The programme trains researchers in developmental, stem cell and related biology. Students can pursue laboratory research after admission through the standard programme process; direct admission to a specific lab is unavailable for this Fall 2027 cycle. UCSF guarantees financial support for admitted students through a stipend plus tuition and fee payment, supplementing outside fellowship awards when necessary. Applicants may apply to only one UCSF graduate programme in an academic year.
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Benefits
Guaranteed living stipend plus payment of tuition and fees for all admitted students. The programme does not specify a stipend amount on this admissions page.
Eligibility summary
A bachelor’s degree is the minimum; a master’s is not required. Biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics and related backgrounds are welcome, with strong academic preparation and research experience. Submit at least three recommendations and transcripts. GRE scores are optional. International applicants should review UCSF English-proficiency requirements and transcript-evaluation rules.
Requirements
Documents required
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