Join USF's Chemistry PhD Program
Join the next cohort of chemists at an AAU research university making an impact beyond the lab; from diving for cancer cures in the Arctic to fighting red tide with materials-based technology.
Why choose USF?
- Our faculty are trail blazers. Both within the chemistry department and through interdisciplinary collaboration throughout
the university, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from subject
matter experts that are making discoveries and creating solutions that will change
the world. Our three overarching focus areas are:
- Drug discovery research
- Functional materials
- Chemistry education
- Reap the benefits of studying in a metro area. Unlike many college towns, Tampa stands as a rapidly growing city independent of its affiliation with USF. Because of that, students, faculty, and alumni frequently collaborate with some of the nation’s top-rated research hospitals and groundbreaking biopharmaceutical companies.
- Join a leading research university. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and is ranked in the top 50 public universities in the nation.
Application requirements
- The priority application deadline is Dec 5. Our program focuses on fall admissions and admits a limited number of students in the spring cycle.
- We allow students with bachelor’s degrees to apply directly to the PhD program. No master’s degree is required.
- The GRE is no longer required for consideration.
- When you apply, you will need to submit:
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Current CV
- Unofficial transcripts
- English profieciency scores, if applicable