Program Information
Program Overview
The Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Immunology was initiated in 1993 in order to integrate the research training efforts of immunology faculty spread among seven departments. Before 1993, many successful immunology investigators earned Ph.D.s from the Department of Microbiology. Therefore, the new program began with an experienced faculty already distinguished by a highly interactive research style that benefits trainees. Normally, coursework occupies the first year, while laboratory rotations facilitate the selection of a thesis preceptor. The second year, spent partly in the classroom and partly in your preceptor's laboratory, is dedicated to sharpening critical scientific skills. A comprehensive examination in the form of a written grant proposal defended orally before your comprehensive exam committee, results in advancement to candidacy for the Ph.D. Research, and the preparation and defense of your thesis, completes the requirements for the Ph.D. degree.