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NDSU researchers are among the top two percent of scientists in the world

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Recent graduates employed full-time

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Public research university in the country with $190 million in research expenditures

Unlock the future of biological discovery with NDSU's genomics, phenomics and bioinformatics graduate program—an interdisciplinary powerhouse that bridges cutting-edge science and innovation. Offering both doctoral and master’s degrees, the GPB program immerses students in functional genomics, high-throughput phenotyping and computational analysis of genomic and phenomic data. Here, you'll gain mastery in multi-omics approaches, leveraging advanced techniques, state-of-the-art instrumentation and statistical methods to tackle complex biological challenges. With research spanning plant and human growth, reproduction, stress response and more, expert faculty provide a collaborative environment that prepares you for impactful careers in academia and industry.

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Shape Your Future

NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Upon completion of the program you will have learned and mastered the multi-omics approaches for research in many frontiers and be prepared for success in both industrial and academic careers through exposure to modern techniques, instrumentation, computational and statistical methods.

Rewarding Research

Immerse yourself in research across a variety of disciplines in the College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources, the College of Engineering, the College of Health and Human Sciences, the College of Arts and Sciences and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Tuition and Funding

NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To help you cover tuition and expenses, various departments offer graduate assistantships designed to support your academic and professional goals.

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At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking to further their education within a supportive, welcoming community.

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