Current Graduate Students

About the Program

The goal of the Affiliated Doctoral Program with the Salk Institute for Biological Studies is to enable highly talented individuals to develop the skills and experience necessary to become successful world‐class scientists.

We provide a supportive and stimulating environment with a wide range of interdisciplinary opportunities.

The program includes training in:

The writing of research papers and grant applications
The presentation of lectures
The ethical conduct of research
Professional skill development to enhance career options

These skills allow graduates to pursue a broad range of careers that involve the use of science to increase the quality of life everywhere.

Academic Program

Academic Calendar
Program Requirements

Program Timeline
Curricular Tracks
Course Descriptions
Academic Advising
Selection of the Doctoral Committee
Teaching Assistantships
Professional Development

Educational Environment

Biological Sciences & Salk Faculty Research
Interdisciplinary Opportunities
Research Centers
Biological Sciences Programs & Organizations
Diversity in Graduate Education

Administrative Resources

Campus Resources

Office of Graduate Studies
Student Health Services
International Center
CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services)
OSD (Disability Resources)

Divisional Resources

Financial Support
Fellowship Info

Valuable Links & Documents (Faculty & Students)

Campus Life

UCSD Recreation
Campus Housing
UCSD Graduate Student Association
Campus Community Centers

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