How To Apply

Thank you for your interest! The Curriculum in Neurobiology at UNC-CH has recently joined with other programs and departments to form the Biological and Biomedical Sciences Program (BBSP). Starting September 7, 2007, instead of applying to individual programs or departments at UNC, you use a "common application" to apply to the BBSP. Students will have the freedom to choose coursework and rotations from any of the participating programs. At the end of the first year, students will select a thesis lab and join the PhD program where they will complete their doctoral studies. You can track directly into the courses of the Neurobiology program, or you can sample courses from other programs. Your PhD will be in Neurobiology or the program or department that you choose during your first year.

Thus, if you are interested in Neurobiology at UNC-CH, please enter the BBSP portal, complete your application, and indicate your interest in Neurobiology.

Enter the BBSP portal

Can I find out about the progress of my application?

To find out the status of your application, simply log-in to the online admissions application using your own user name and password.

Additional Information:

Does the Neurobiology Curriculum provide support for stipends and tuition?

Yes. Stipend support (currently $27,500 per year) and full tuition is provided to all students working towards the PhD in Neurobiology. Support for entering students is provided by a training grant from the National Institutes of Health, funds from the School of Medicine, and competitive fellowships awarded by the Graduate School.

Does UNC provide health insurance coverage for graduate students?

Yes. The Curriculum in Neurobiology provides health insurance for all graduate students. Supplemental coverage for dependents is available for a nominal sum.

Note to International Applicants: Some of our funding for graduate training comes from the National Institutes of Health, and the NIH requires that trainees be U.S. Citizens or permanent residents. Consequently the number of positions available for international students is limited, and competition for these positions is high.  International applicants should carefully read the information for international applications and requirements as stated by the Graduate School at UNC, in order to ensure that their applications are complete.