About the MCP Graduate Program

About the Admission Process

The UAB MCP Program accepts students from broad scientific backgrounds such as Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, as well as from more focused disciplines such as Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, Physiology, and professional programs such as Medicine and Dentistry.  Admission is selective, but all prospective students are encouraged to apply.

GPA, GRE scores, recommendation letters, and personal essay are all significant factors in admission decisions, but most important is a sincere passion and interest for research.
 
Competitive applicants will be invited for an expenses-paid interview where they will have ample opportunity to tour the campus, meet current faculty and students, and explore what Birmingham has to offer.

For more information on our program, please do not hesitate to contact us by phone at 205-934-2445 or by email at MCPGrad@uab.edu.

 
Admission Requirements

The UAB MCP Program adheres to the policies of the UAB Graduate School and has the following admission requirements:

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college (or the ability to show that requirements for the degree will be met prior to enrollment in the MCP program)
• Completed application form (including a statement of career goals)
• TOEFL scores (required from international students)
• GRE results (general test only)
• One copy of official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
• Three letters of reference from former instructors, employers or other professionals who are competent to evaluate the potential of the applicant
   

Applying to the MCP Program

For 2009-2010, applications to the Department of Pathology Molecular and Cellular Pathology Graduate Program will be revised and process through the Integrated Biomedical Sciences Program (IBS), of which the Department of Pathology is an integral member.  You can still apply for admission online through the Department of Pathology Graduate Program Web site but your application will be directed to the IBS Program.

Apply for admission ONLINE and mail the remaining application materials (three letters of recommendation, transcripts, GRE Scores, TOEFL scores) directly to:

Randy L. Seay, M.A., M.P.H.

Molecular and Cellular Pathology Graduate Program
University of Alabama at Birmingham
1530 3rd Avenue South, SHEL 120E
Birmingham, AL  35294-2820
Telephone:  (205) 934-7810
Fax:  (205) 996-6749
E-mail:  rseay@uab.edu  

Mailing Address:

1530 3rd Ave. So., SHEL 120E
Birmingham, AL 35294-2820

Overnight Address:

1825 University Boulevard, SHEL 120E
Birmingham, AL 35294-2820

NOTE:  The Department code for GRE scores is 0215.  The Department code for TOEFL scores is 56.  Do not send the application, three letters of recommendation, transcripts, GRE scores, or TOEFL scores to the UAB Graduate School as this will delay consideration of your application!

• Prospective applicants applying to the MCP Graduate Program apply through the UAB Graduate School ApplyYourself Web site.  When a prospective applicant has completed his/her application and is ready to submit it, he/she can pay the $60 application fee online via credit card, or can mail a check or money order to the Graduate School Admissions Office.  No application will be processed until the application fee is paid. 
• You may download and print out the evaluation form from the UAB Graduate School for each of your letters of recommendation.  Three (3) letters of recommendation should be mailed to the MCP Progam address provided above.
• All applications must be received by May 1st to be considered for admission. Competitive students applying to our program will be invited to the UAB campus for an interview.
• You will be notified when your application is complete or near complete and we will keep you apprised of the status of your application.  If you have any questions, the MCP Graduate Program may be reached at (205) 934-2445 or you may email MCPGrad@uab.edu.