About the Program
The Department of Animal Sciences at Purdue University offers the environment, faculty, and facilities to support and guide one of the finest graduate and professional programs in the country. Students enjoy the excitement of cutting-edge research in advancing the knowledge and understanding of biology within species that contribute to the well-being of mankind. Purdue University Animal Sciences’ research addresses the uniqueness of animals as well as the accretion and quality of animal protein. The program offers master of science and doctor of philosophy degrees. Students completing these programs are prepared for research and education careers in academia, industry, and government.
Dual-Title PhD in Cancer Research: Students can participate in an immersive experience at the forefront of cancer research and education. Purdue University Institute of Cancer Research (PICR) offers a Dual-Title PhD Program in Cancer Research, a unique opportunity for aspiring scholars to distinguish themselves in the dynamic field of cancer research. Applications are accepted at any time during the completion of their degree. Each applicant will be thoroughly reviewed by the PICR Committee for Academic and Career Success, led by the committee’s associate director.
As cancer continues to pose complex challenges, the demand for experts in this field has never been higher. Graduates from a degree program focused on cancer are poised for diverse and rewarding career opportunities in academia, industry, private NGOs, and government sectors. However, those with a Dual-Title PhD in cancer research, in combination with one of Purdue University’s established degree programs, elevate their profile as scholars and researchers with a specific disciplinary focus coupled with an in-depth understanding of cancer.
Program Website: Animal Sciences
Program Website: Cancer Research
GPA Requirements
Students failing to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 will be placed on “academic notice” for the next semester (excluding the summer semester) by the Department of Animal Sciences. Once a student has been placed on academic notice, the student will have at most 2 semesters (not including the summer semester) to bring their cumulative GPA to 3.0 or greater. Failure to do so will result in termination from the graduate program, unless the Graduate Programs Committee grants an exception. Exceptions will only be granted in the event of extenuating circumstances and must be made in writing to the Graduate Programs Committee within 7 days of grades being posted. Although desirable, students are not required to attain a 3.00 semester index each semester as long as their cumulative GPA is ≥ 3.00.
Additional Information
No 100/200-level courses may appear on a plan of study and no more than 6 credit hours of 300/400-level courses may be listed on a plan of study.
No Animal Sciences course of 400-level or less (or equivalent undergraduate courses from other universities) may appear on the plan of study as a primary or related area.
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