Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Anatomy and Cell Biology
Make Your Mark in Academia and Medical Sciences with a Doctoral Degree from Liberty University
Lend your expertise to a field striving to solve major world problems. Earn a degree that provides advanced training in the prevention and treatment of diseases that affect people globally. From cancer to diabetes, your research and lab experience can make a difference in the lives of countless patients. Liberty’s doctoral degree in anatomy and cell biology will equip you with the research-focused courses you’ll need to pave your way in a field that never stops growing and changing.
If you are looking to become a university professor, choose our Ph.D. in Anatomy and Cell Biology to develop the teaching skills required to lead the next generation of anatomy and biology students. Open their eyes to all the ways they can make a difference in the world of medicine, academics, nursing, and physical therapy.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Study hands-on with state of the art equipment including a cadaver lab, 20 major-specific teaching labs, and 6 research labs.
- Our professors do more than research and write curricula; they are in the classroom and research labs with you every week.
- Immerse yourself in engaging research projects, studying advanced concepts from algae biofuels and DNA analysis to Alzheimer’s disease and cancer research.
What Will You Learn?
- Organic functional groups within carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids
- Structure and function of cellular organelles, the cytoskeleton, and extracellular matrices; cell signaling; membrane transport; protein targeting, vesicular transport, and cell division
- The molecular causes of human disease with an emphasis on the specific gene perturbations that influence human health
- The pathophysiology of disease applied to various organ systems
Career Opportunities for Anatomy and Cell Biology Doctoral Degree Graduates
- Anatomy professor
- Biomedical research scientist
- Cadaver dissection instructor for undergraduate, graduate, or medical school
- Cellular biologist
- Molecular biologist
Internships and Resources Available to Ph.D. in Anatomy and Cell Biology Students
- Teaching spaces in our Center for Natural Sciences include a cadaver lab, 20 major-specific teaching labs, and 6 research labs.
- You’ll have the opportunity to select your own area of emphasis in your course teaching while in this program so you can influence the direction your experience takes.
- Experience professional-level research equipment, including a gene sequencer, tissue culture facility, fluorescent microscope, LICOR imager, and more.
- Our faculty are experienced in academia, industry, and government, holding doctoral degrees from leading institutions nationwide.
- Immerse yourself in engaging research projects where you could study algae biofuels, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, DNA analysis, crayfish parasites, and more.
Admission Requirements for Our Doctoral Anatomy and Cell Biology Degree
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official college transcripts showing a B.S. or M.S. in a biomedical sciences related field (such as biology, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, biopsychology, etc.) from an accredited university
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- Research experience is preferred
- Three faculty/professional recommendation letters submitted via email(must include physical signature of recommender)
- Statement of Purpose: describes personal background, the motivation for pursuing this degree, career goals, and Christian commitment and views on origins (1,000 – 1,500 words)
Students must submit one of the following:
- Minimum MCAT score: 60th percentile
- Conferred M.S. GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Minimum GRE score of 300 (combined verbal and quantitative)
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 39 credits
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
