All incoming Biology Graduate Students receive full financial support in the form of Scholarships, Fellowships, Research Assistantships, or Teaching Assistantships.  The minimum level of support covers Fall and Spring tuition, pays for year-round graduate student health insurance, and provides a stipend to cover the cost of living in Lexington.  The minimum stipend is $15,000 with additional support possible in many cases.  Outstanding applicants will be nominated for University, Graduate School, or Departmental fellowships.

Example fellowships are listed below.

A complete list of fellowship opportunities with detailed information on eligibility and application procedures can be viewed by visiting the Graduate School web site.