PhD in Cell Biology and Anatomy (PhD)

The application deadline for the Sep 2026 intake is Dec 1, 2026, while tuition is $4,860* Estimated total Full-time / In-State / Per Semester. $405 Tuition Per Hour. $675 Mandatory Fees. Tuition & Fees listed here are for in-state students enrolling in the university for Fall 2026 semester..

Students in the Cellular Biology and Anatomy PhD program develop a strong foundation in histology, embryology, neuroscience, and gross anatomy while learning the latest research techniques. They work side-by-side with internationally recognized researchers to pursue their own research interests. The program prepares graduates for careers in research or academia.

Focus areas include histology, embryology, neuroscience, gross anatomy.

Students are admitted to the Biomedical Sciences PhD programs, completing first-year core coursework and laboratory rotations before choosing a dissertation research mentor and entering the Cellular Biology and Anatomy program.

Graduates are prepared for careers in research or academia, with options including roles like medical scientists.

The program is designed for individuals who consider themselves analytical, strategic, innovative, and cutting-edge.

Admission requires a Bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 GPA and research experience. Applicants must submit official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a resume, and personal and research statements. Standardized tests are not required.

Full-time, on-campus study with an average completion time of five years. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 89% of applicants.

Augusta University brings together undergraduate and graduate education with professional study in health, business, computing, education, nursing, public health, science and mathematics, and the arts, humanities and social sciences. Its academic structure includes eleven colleges and schools, with the Medical College of Georgia and the Dental College of Georgia forming distinctive parts of the institution. Allied health sciences and graduate medicine add further routes into health-focused study. Students can choose campus-based programs or AU Online, whose courses can be completed from anywhere in a close learning environment.

Research is organized around collaboration and includes work connected with health, medical advancement and intellectual life. Recent activities show students engaging with applied learning tools, including Anatomage Tables in nursing anesthesia education, while faculty research addresses issues such as medical debt and sleep. International students join an academic and social community that includes people from around the world. Housing is available through residential communities, and Jags Live Well supports a student-focused approach to holistic wellness. Student experience opportunities extend academic learning and foster personal growth. Campus life includes counseling, creative activities, cultural events and study abroad programming. On-campus students can combine academic work with residential life, wellness support and broader personal-development opportunities, while online study provides flexibility for those who cannot relocate.