Welcome to the Cancer Biology Graduate Interdisciplinary Program at the University of Arizona. Students in this program may choose areas of special concentration such as biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, pharmacology or microbiology. Cancer Biology is the comparative study of the biology of normal and cancerous cells and tissues. The discipline includes the study of normal and tumor cell biology and biochemistry, cancer etiology, and biological rationale for cancer therapy and prevention. The curriculum introduces students to knowledge derived from research in the production, properties, and therapy of cancer and assures that students have the necessary background to enable them to do original research. First year students are supported by funds derived from training grants and donations to the Arizona Cancer Center. In subsequent years, students are supported through funds provided by their major professors. An MS degree is not offered in this program.
Start the 4 minute video below to learn more about the program from faculty and students.
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Deadline for applications: (Cancer Biology admits only in the Fall)
December 1, International applications
January 1, US Citizens and permanent residents
Basic requirements for application for admission:
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination is now being accepted by the UA Graduate College in lieu of the TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score requirement for admissions consideration is a score of 7, with a score of no less than 6 on any individual band or module.
* Graduate College Application (application fee)
* Original transcripts, minimum GPA 3.0
* GRE (subject not required) GRE code: 0609, university code: 4832
* TOEFL 550 minimum (213 CBT). Score is good for 2 years.
* 3 letters of recommendation on letterhead (included in on-line application)
* Personal statement of purpose (included in on-line application)
Send all materials to:
Anne Cione, Program Coordinator Sr
Cancer Biology Graduate Interdisciplinary Program
Arizona Cancer Center PO245024
1515 N. Campbell Avenue
The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 85724-5024
More information:
Contact Anne Cione, Program Coordinator, Sr., at acione@azcc.arizona.edu for information about the Cancer Biology program or application process.