Graduate Studies in Integrative Biology
The Department of Integrative Biology has over 40 faculty members who study a broad range of systems, for example addressing questions in behavioral ecology, conservation genomics, developmental biology, evolutionary-developmental biology, macrosystems ecology.
Our aim is to train students to integrate information across different hierarchical levels of biological organization. Research in IBIO focuses on studying “Life in Context”.
Students in IBIO also have the opportunity to work towards dual degrees or certifications by fulfilling requirements in other interdisciplinary programs at MSU, such as Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior (EEB) and Environnmental Science and Policy (ESP).
Note: We only admit applicants who have been formally sponsored by one or more members of our faculty. It is expected that an applicant will have interacted with the faculty and they have indicated a willingness to sponsor them.
We currently offer two masters programs and a doctoral program in Integrative Biology:
Learn about our Masters Programs
Learn about our Doctoral Program
We expect applicants will carefully review the research interests of faculty accepting graduate students and contact prospective graduate advisors well in advance of the application deadline (December 1st) to inquire about possible sponsorship.
To apply, create an account in Michigan State University's centralized application system.
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Need more Information? Reach out!
The Graduate Director, Louise Mead, and the Graduate Program Coordinator, Katherine Terry, can help you find answers to your questions about graduate studies in our department.
It is also helpful to talk with your prospective graduate advisor(s).
