Key Information
- Duration: Full-time, 48 months
- Start dates & application deadlines:
- Starting January 2027 - Apply before Oct 2026 (International estimated deadline)
Overview
Throughout this Anatomy and Cell Biology PhD program from Liberty University you will gain hundreds of hours of teaching experience in human anatomy. And you will become a classroom-ready anatomy instructor at any undergraduate, graduate, or medical school. Gain the rewarding opportunity of preparing students in the healthcare field for careers in nursing, physical therapy, and medicine.
You can also take advantage of our second-degree option, and earn an M.S. in Biomedical Sciences while completing your Ph.D. in Anatomy & Cell Biology. Visit the programme website for more information
Career Opportunities
- Biomedical Research Scientist
- Cadaver dissection instructor for college, graduate, or medical school
- Anatomy professor at the undergraduate, graduate, or professional school level
Accreditation
Liberty University is Accredited by SACSCOC.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Biochemistry
- Human Genetics
- Human Gross Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Biomedical Ethics
- Human Neurology and Neuroanatomy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- GPA: 3
English Requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 105
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 51
- IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
General requirements:
- 3.0 GPA minimum
- B.S. or M.S. in a biomedical science-related field from an accredited university
- Degrees such as biology, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, biopsychology, etc.
- MCAT 60th percentile or GRE 300 combined verbal and quantitative
- Test waived for students with an M.S. degree and 3.0 GPA
- 3 faculty/professional recommendation letters
- Statement of Purpose (1,000-1,500 words) including:
- Personal background
- Motivation for getting the degree
- Career goals
- Christian commitment
- Views on origins
- Research experience preferred
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 20,342 AUD / year (≈ 14,640 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 20,342 AUD / year (≈ 14,640 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 20,342 AUD / year (≈ 14,640 USD / year)
Living Costs
Lynchburg, United States: 1,309-2,140 AUD / month