Graduate Program
The Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences offers a Master's (MS) degree in Pathology and Doctoral (PhD) degrees through the Pathobiology Area Program and the Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program. Such academic programs capitalize on the strengths and diverse resources of the PAS faculty. Please direct questions regarding the application process , deadlines, and material to the Director of Graduate Studies (see below).
Coursework at the graduate level is available to all students currently enrolled in the Graduate School, but may require instructor consent.
Admission
Admission Criteria
- Minimum GRE score: V+Q=1100 (preferred V+Q=1250); AW=4.0 (preferred 5.0)
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 (3.5 preferred)
- Letters of recommendation: 3 required
- Statement of Purpose/Intent
- Curriculum vitae (or résumé)
Required Application Materials
- Submit via the online application to the Graduate School (210 Jesse Hall; Columbia, MO 65211-1160):
All required Graduate School and PAS documents, such as transcripts, GREs (code 6875), Statement of Purpose, Letters of Recommendation, Curriculum vitae, and any writing samples.
(scroll down to the Graduate School) - Submit to the Director of Graduate Studies, a second set of GRE scores using either "Pathology (0215)" or "Anatomy (0201)" code.
- For Masters Program (MS degree), find "MS in Pathology" check box on Graduate School online application
- For Doctoral (PhD) program in Integrative Anatomy and Pathobiology, locate "PhD in Pathobiology Area Program, Pathology and Anatomical Sciences" check boxes on Graduate School online application. By the second PAS check box, it ensures that the Director of Graduate Studies (Dr. Matt Ravosa) will be notified of your interest.
Also see for additional information
Integrative Anatomy Graduate Program
Pathobiology Area Program
Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program
Financial Aid from the Program
Some programs require an extra form or statement from those who wish to be considered for internal assistantships, fellowships or other funding packages. Check the program Web site or ask the Director of Graduate Studies for details regarding extra- and intra-mural programs and sources of funding (e.g. NSF Graduate Research Fellowships, MU Life Sciences Fellowships, MU Graduate Fellowships, and MU training grants).
MS in Pathology
The MS degree is designed to prepare students for teaching in medical technology, supervisory roles in clinical laboratories, and to offer greater in-depth study in pathology and anatomical sciences.
Each candidate for the master’s degree is required to complete a minimum of 30 semester hours, with 15 or more hours at the 400 level and no more than 12 hours of research, problems or special investigations. Maintenance of a B or better GPA in graduate course work is required. If you are intereseted in a MS in Pathology, please contact the Director of Graduate Studies before applying.
Candidates also must satisfactorily complete a thesis. A candidate is expected to demonstrate knowledge of clinical and research techniques and to defend the thesis. Faculty members advise students in the preparation of a plan of study. Required courses and those of special interest should complement the student’s academic background and career objectives.
Interdisciplinary area degrees: PhD through the Pathobiology Area Program
Interdisciplinary area of pathobiology: The Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences in the School of Medicine, along with the department of Veterinary Pathobiology in the College of Veterinary Medicine, offers a PhD degree through the Pathobiology Area Program. The exceptional diversity of faculty in this program affords myriad opportunities for translational and basic science research directed at questions in genetics, neuroscience, cancer biology and integrative/evolutionary anatomy. If you are interested in obtaining a PhD in this (or other) doctoral programs with the faculty in Pathology and Anatomical Sciences, please contact the Director of Graduate Studies before applying.
Admission requirements for pathobiology PhD:
- Solid background in science, with advanced level experience in molecular biology, evolution, cell biology and/or biology.
- Prior courses in evolutionary biology, genetics, cell biology, developmental biology, neurobiology, chemistry and/or physics are highly recommended.
- Preference will be given to students with a college GPA of 3.5 or higher, GRE scores (verbal + analytic) over 1250, and strong letters of recommendation.
- Research experience at the undergraduate or masters level is also desirable.
Students are required to complete the minimum doctoral requirements of the Graduate School. These include 72 semester hours beyond the baccalaureate degree, including research and readings credits, to be approved by the doctoral advisor. Up to 30 hours of post-baccalaureate credit from an accredited institution may be transferred toward the doctoral degree. Resources for research in integrative anatomy, genetics, pathobiology and neuroscience include standard and special-use equipment in the departmental laboratories. Faculty and staff members provide guidance and practical supervision in clinical, translational, experimental and basic-science research.
Links
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Graduate Program - Courses and Faculty
Contact Information
Dr. Matthew J. Ravosa, Professor and Director of Graduate Studies
M303 Medical Sciences Building
MU School of Medicine
Columbia, MO 65212
phone: 573-884-7303
fax: 573-884-4612
email: ravosam@missouri.edu
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