About the Molecular & Cellular Biology Program

Ohio University offers interdisciplinary graduate study in molecular and cell biology through the Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Molecular and Cellular Biology. The departments of Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry & Biochemistry, and Environmental & Plant Biology contribute dynamic faculty and access to world-class research facilities to provide students with the broadest scientific educational opportunities.

The program offers the Ph.D. in a broad range of areas in molecular and cellular biology catered to student and faculty interests. M.S. degrees with a concentration in molecular and cellular biology are available in the departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry & Biochemistry, and Environmental & Plant Biology. MCB graduate students are eligible to earn a graduate certificate in Bioinformatics during their study at Ohio University. A core curriculum has been developed with course offerings in MCB, Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Plant Biology, and Computer Science.