PhD PROGRAMS
Research Sustainability Initiative in Liberia (RETAIN)
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Areas of Concentrations
Biomedical Sciences
- Immunology/ virology
- Microbiology
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Public Health
- Biostatistics
- Epidemiology
- One Health
Admission Requirement
- Affiliation with RETAIN partners (see the list below or in the introductory slide deck).
- Have a master’s degree in basic/biomedical science and/or public health
- GPA of 3.30 and above
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Complete a survey as preliminary PhD application (the final will be provided by UL admission office) at https://forms.gle/rCtYSbqgKJDxFXPw9
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Tuition will be charged (details pending) but the student may work on a project to cover the cost and/or receive a stipend.
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Provide a curricula vitae of no more than three pages that include three references.
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Unofficial transcripts for your bachelor's and master's degrees
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Three letters of recommendation with at least one each from a professional colleague and academic reference.
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Personal statement/motivation letter
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Research concept/idea statement
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Must have a laptop.
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Some basic skills needed: MS Office, basic organization/computer skills.
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Honor statement – academic integrity.
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Computer assessment.
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Interview by selection committee (Inperson/online).