The MCDB program embraces its role as part of the Ohio State University, a leading public, land grant, research-intensive, urban, community-engaged institution that sees access to education for all students as inextricably tied to its mission of academic excellence.
In alignment with this mission, we recognize that many talented students have overcome educational, economic, or personal obstacles on their path to Graduate School and are committed to the success of all our admitted students throughout their graduate training. We work hard to create a supportive community for our students, faculty and staff, are proud of our positive and collegial culture, and are committed to treating our students with kindness, dignity and respect.
We recruit students that are curious about the world around them, passionate about science, and committed to intellectual enquiry. When you enter our program, we take an active interest in you as a person and become invested in your success. We recognize and embrace the strength that each individual brings to our laboratories and classrooms and strive to train generations of scientists that reflect the society around us.
If you are passionate about science and studying the molecular basis of life and excited about the prospect of a cutting-edge interdisciplinary graduate training, then we are excited to welcome you into our family and guide you on that journey.