Admissions

Applicants to the program are selected based on merit and aptitude for research as determined by their scholastic records, GRE scores, letters of recommendation and through interviews with the INS faculty. A bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized institution of higher education in the United States or abroad is required to enter the Graduate program. In general, an average of B or better in previous academic work is expected. Applicants are also required to take the GRE. Foreign students must take the TOEFL examination of proficiency in English. Considerable weight is placed on the applicant's aptitude for research as evidenced by prior experience, and on letters of recommendation.

The program receives an average of about 100 completed applications each year from all over the world. After an initial screening by the Admissions Committee, all files approved by that committee are reviewed by the entire faculty and eligible candidates are invited to Rutgers and UMDNJ for an interview. Four to six outstanding students are admitted each year. The overall size of the program is about 40 students. Admissions forms from either Rutgers or UMDNJ can be used to apply to the Integrative Neuroscience Program. Applications are reviewed and all decisions are made by a joint committee of Rutgers and UMDNJ faculty.

The DEADLINE for applications is December 15, 2009. The top candidates will be invited as a group for an orientation visit and interview, in February 2010. However, late applications may be considered on a case by case basis (contact the Graduate Secretary for information).

Application forms are available here