Integrated Core Curriculum

As a first-year student, you will:

• Enroll in an undifferentiated first year;
• Take a common integrated core curriculum that focuses on contemporary science, scientific integrity, and scientific writing;
• Choose courses that align with your research interests;
• Rotate in at least three research laboratories supported by federal grants.
• First Year Curriculum

By May of Year 1, you will have obtained the didactic knowledge and research experience to make an informed selection of a faculty mentor and one of our seven Ph.D.-degree granting programs.

The advantages of an undifferentiated first year are:

• Obtain fundamental yet in-depth exposure to contemporary science;
• Have the opportunity to conduct a range of research projects before committing to a faculty mentor;
• Develop important scientific and social connections with fellow students;
• Encourage collaborations with other research laboratories.

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