MS in Physiological Sciences

University of Arizona

Prior to applying to the Physiological Sciences Program at the University of Arizona, please ensure that you have the following:

A bachelor's degree from a college or university that grants degrees recognized by the University of Arizona.

A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.000 for the most recently completed 60 units of coursework.

Undergraduate courses in the basic sciences, however deficits in one area can be made up during the early phase of training if they are offset by strengths in other areas. Undergraduate coursework in the following is recommended:

• 2 semesters of coursework in the life sciences
• 2 semesters of inorganic chemistry with labs (biochemistry is strongly recommended)
• 1 semester of mathematics (preferably calculus)
• 2 semesters of physics with lab

Acceptable English Proficiency credentials:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 79 iBT (or 60 on the revised PBT with no section score lower than 15). Individual MyBest scores must also be dated within 2 years of the enrollment term to be considered valid.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - minimum composite score of 7, with no subject area below a 6
• Pearson PTE Academic - minimum score of 60
• Graduate English Language Endorsement from the Center for English as a Second Language (CESL)
• CEPT Full Academic test - offered by our Center for English as a Second Language (CESL), minimum Total score of 110.

Spring: No Spring Admission