Applications must be submitted with all required documents using Tulane's School of Science and Engineering Graduate Application portal.
- All relevant documents must be uploaded with your application BEFORE clicking submit. The application system for Fall 2026 will open September 13, 2025. Applications are reviewed as they become complete, Students are therefore encouraged to apply as early as possible.
A complete application must include:
- Completed application, including statement of purpose.
- Two letters of recommendation, preferably both in the field of science. Students may also use their committee or individual letters for professional schools. We accept committee letters from all processing centers; Interfolio, University Pre-Health Professional Offices, etc.
- GRE, MCAT, DAT, or OAT scores are strongly encouraged but not required. You do not need to submit official scores. Copies are sufficient.
- Unofficial transcripts from all previous academic institutions. Official transcripts are only required if you are accepted into the program. Please upload the copies of your transcripts with your application.
- Resume or CV which will list all relevant experiences such as research, employment, volunteering, and shadowing.
Once we have received all the required information, your application will be complete and will be viewed by the department's Master's Program Admissions Committee.
If you have a question, please be sure to read our frequently asked questions. We add new answers to common questions weekly.
Correspondence and Information
By Mail
Tulane University School of Science and Engineering
Department of Cell and Molecular Biology
6400 Freret St., MB 1380
New Orleans, LA 70118
By Phone
(504) 865-5546
Program Director
Dr. Jim Cronin (cronin@tulane.edu)
Operations Manager/Program Coordinator
Shana Johnson (shana@tulane.edu)
