Application

Deadline for applications is January 15. We will continue to evaluate applications after this date; however early applications receive priority.

1. Submit the on-line ApplyTexas .
Further information about Texas A&M and the application process can be found on the Office of Admission web site:
http://admissions.tamu.edu/graduate/default.aspx

2. A Statement of Purpose should be submitted as part of the online application. The statement of purpose should explain why you want to pursue graduate studies, why you are applying to our department, your research interests, and a description of your previous research experience.

3. Transcripts can be sent directly to the Biology Dept. Graduate Advising Office or to the Texas A&M Office of Admissions and Records.

4. Three letters of recommendation along with the Graduate Letter of Recommendation Form should be submitted. Applicants are encouraged to use the electronic submission found in ApplyTexas. However if you prefer to download and print a paper form it should be directly to the Biology Dept. Graduate Advising Office. You may download the form here (recommend-form.pdf)

Graduate Advising Office
Department of Biology
3258 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-3258
USA

4. Have GRE and TOEFL scores (for international applicants) sent to the Texas A&M Office of Admissions and Records. The Institute Code for Texas A&M University is 6003 (there is no department code needed).

Graduate Admissions Processing
Texas A&M University
3833 S. Texas Avenue, Suite 130
Bryan, TX 77802-4015
USA

For questions or further information, please don't hesitate to contact us at the Biology Graduate Advising Office:

E-MAIL: gradadvising@bio.tamu.edu
TEL: +1-979-845-7755
FAX: +1-979-845-2891