Prospective Ph.D. Students

The Genetics Training Program provides exceptional opportunities to students.  Our mission is to train students in cutting-edge genetic and genomic research while providing professional development opportunities for successful career trajectories. The breadth of research opportunities in the program combined with our focus on students and student development makes our program and community one of the top in the nation.

The Genetics Training Program is situated within the Laboratory (Department) of Genetics at UW-Madison, but it includes a wide variety of associated faculty whose labs students can join. The training program includes over 80 faculty trainers, whose primary appointments span over 20 departments and multiple colleges.  Trainers in our program share the incorporation of genetic and genomic perspectives while collectively capturing the diversity of research questions, tools, and approaches of modern scientific research.  Our trainers and program can therefore provide students with a solid foundation in modern and classical genetic / genomic knowledge while exposing them to cutting-edge research experiences. The genetics research pursued on campus, along with the active engagement of our trainers in the program, provides an exceptional community. An NIH Genetics Training Grant, administered by the Laboratory of Genetics, thereby provides to its graduate students the greatest possible diversity and opportunities in modern genetics research.

The Laboratory of Genetics is the oldest and one of the finest centers of genetics in the nation. It is highly regarded for its research contributions in the areas of disease genetics, cell biology,neurogenetics, developmental genetics, gene expression, genomics, evolutionary & population genetics, and computational biology. The Laboratory consists of two departments: Genetics, in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences; and Medical Genetics, in the School of Medicine. Although administratively distinct, these two departments function as one at both the faculty and student levels.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison ranks among the nation’s top universities. It regularly ranks among the top U.S. public universities in the amount of research and development funds received from all sources. Its faculty and former faculty include 11 Nobel Laureates, 45 members of the National Academy of Sciences, 7 National Medals of Science, 13 Pulitzer Prizes, 34 Presidential Young Investigator Awards, and multiple Howard Hughes Investigators.

The UW-Madison has one of the largest university biological research communities in the world, with over 700 faculty, 1,500 academic staff, 700 postdoctoral fellows, 2,500 graduate students, and thousands of undergraduates.  At the same time, close-knit communities ensure a supportive but diverse environment in both research and education.  Many departments at UW-Madison rank among the top in their disciplines, including the Departments of Bacteriology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Genetics, Plant Pathology, Oncology, Statistics, and others.  In addition, UW-Madison fosters significant interdisciplinary collaboration and communication.  Many of our students and trainers attend a broad range of seminars and community meetings that span traditional disciplines.

UW-Madison also houses a number of internationally recognized research centers and facilities, including theBiotechnology Center and the The Center for Genomic Science Innovation, the UW Carbone Cancer Center, the J. F. Crow Institute for the Study of Evolution,  the Center for High Throughput Computing, the Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery, the National Magnetic Resonance Facility, Biotron,  Laboratory for Optical and Computational Instrumentation, and others. Many of our trainers also participate in the Quantitative Biology Initiative that brings together quantitative biologists from campus and oversees the QBio doctoral minor that Genetics students can participate in.

The combination of outstanding research opportunities and options, investment in student scientific and professional development, and exceptional collaboration and collegiality make the UW-Madison Genetics Training Program a superb intellectual environment in which to develop and pursue careers in the biological sciences.  We also value diversity in our community and foster a communal atmosphere among students and trainers.  Our students have been highly successful in attaining diverse post-doctoral career opportunities in a wide variety of jobs related to biological research and investigation.

Points of interest:

The University of Wisconsin Madison is a leader in biological science research with over 700 faculty distributed over several dozen departments.

Genetics maintains an active and vigorous presence in most areas of modern genetic and genomic research, broadly defined.

The University of Wisconsin Madison offers state-of-the art facilities and technologies.

Genetics offers a competitive stipend, tuition remission, low cost of living, and comprehensive benefits.

Our faculty are outstanding researchers, but also dedicated teachers and mentors who are committed to training the next generation of geneticists.

We have a vibrant graduate student community.  Students serve on department standing committees, participate in new student recruitment, plan our annual retreat, and organize social and educational events.  We also value diversity in our community and welcome applicants of all backgrounds.

UW-Madison offers exceptional opportunities in professional development, including through the DiscoverPD portal  that matches student interests to events and opportunities on campus.

Madison consistently ranks among the most desirable American cities in which to live offering outdoor recreation, cultural programming, sporting events, and festivals.

Meet our current graduate students!

Katie Lund, 2nd year, Brunkard Lab

Sentence or two about research: I’m studying the regulators and responders of TOR signaling in plants.

Favorite part/thing about of graduate school: My favorite part about graduate school so far is getting to talk to the speakers we do journal club for in Genetics 708.

Favorite part/thing about Madison: My favorite part about Madison is the large number of arcades with Dance Dance revolution and the excellent cheese selection at the grocery store.

Fun thing about you to share: I have a lot of different hobbies and I love doing them with people. Let me know if anyone ever wants to do yoga, play DDR, garden, go to a musical, or play ukulele!

Daniel Idowu, 2nd year, Donohue Lab

Sentence or two about research: My current research focus is in understanding the genetic and metabolic mechanisms of Novosphingobium Aromaticivorans, with the aim of bioproduct synthesis and alternatives to petrochemicals.

Favorite part/thing about of graduate school: The People, I get to meet Interesting and passionate individuals on a regular basis and learn a lot from them.

Favorite part/thing about Madison: The “Vibes” and how picturesque everything is.

Fun thing about you to share: I write poems and love to dance.

Yadwinder Kaur, 2nd year, Harrison Lab

Sentence or two about research:My research will focus on understanding the role of pioneer transcription factors such as Zelda in the zygotic genome activation. Our work includes identifying the protein-intrinsic properties of these transcription factors, along with the chromatin state that allows them to drive the essential changes in gene expression for cell-fate transitions.

Favorite part/thing about of graduate school:My favorite part about graduate school so far has been getting the chance to meet new people and learn their perspective on different research fields and journey along the way. Everyone in the Genetics Program has been supportive and willing to offer great advice for succeeding in graduate school.

Favorite part/thing about Madison: In Madison, I enjoy all the outdoors activities that are easily accessible. The city has many walking and biking trails that are always fun to explore. Some of my hobbies include running and hiking and Madison has great spots to do these, especially in the summer.

Fun thing about you to share: I also enjoy cooking and testing new recipes as well as traveling to different cities.

Emily Ubbelohde, 3rd year, Hittinger Lab

Sentence or two about research: My research in the Hittinger lab involves investigating alternative carbon metabolism in yeasts. I am specifically looking at how certain species of yeast can metabolize galactose without the GAL genes.

Favorite part/thing about of graduate school: I really enjoy the collaborative environment of not only my lab but the entire Genetics program.

Favorite part/thing about Madison:Seeing the turkeys and sandhill cranes all around Eagle Heights brightens my day. It’s a treat getting to see so much wildlife when you’re so close to the city. 

Fun thing about you to share:My husband and I own an Australian Shepherd named Arrow and we love her very much.

Cesi Deng, 5th year, Tamplin Lab

Sentence or two about research: My research aims to understand the regulatory role of a neurotransmitter receptor GABBR1 in adult hematopoiesis using mouse models and co-culture system.

Favorite part/thing about of graduate school: Being able to test my own hypothesis and find answers to my questions; talking to people with cool ideas.

Favorite part/thing about Madison:Sunset at Lake Mendota.

Fun thing about you to share: I’m K-pop fan and always secretly practice kpop dancing.

Meghan Freund, 5th year, Harrison Lab

Sentence or two about research: I study the pioneer transcription factor Grainy head and how it functions to promote chromatin accessibility.

Favorite part/thing about of graduate school:My favorite thing about grad school is the supportive community, my wonderful lab mates and awesome cohort!

Favorite part/thing about Madison: My favorite part about Madison is the abundance of nature to explore and outdoor activities. 

Fun thing about you to share:I have a pet bunny named Mirana who I rescued from a forest preserve.

Xiaoya Zhang, 6th year, Sridharan Lab

Sentence or two about research: I study epigenetic modifications in stem cells and early development, especially the function of an methyltransferase, DOT1L in cell state transitions.

Favorite part/thing about of graduate school: The graduate school and genetics program are so inclusive, and I always feel warmly supported by my cohort and lab mates, sharing experiences with people from all different cultural backgrounds.

Favorite part/thing about Madison:I love the public transportation in Madison since I don’t drive. Madison has a broad range of options for me to grow hobbies including skating, dancing, and visiting museums. 

Fun thing about you to share: I am a big fan of detective and mystery games, but I am terrible at lying. I also have a broad but superficial interest in crafting, including 2D and 3D puzzles, embroidery, acrylic painting, and doll-house building. I have 13 3D puzzles sitting on my cubicle shelf.

Meet a few of our alumni! 

UW-Madison Genetics Training Program Overview
Genetic research is among the most important contemporary areas for both fundamental discovery and advancement of human health. Understanding how functional information is encoded in a genome, how genetic differences across individuals influence phenotypic variation including disease susceptibility, and how cellular and developmental mechanisms are influenced by mutation and evolution is central to the mission of NIH, and NIGMS in particular. The promise of personalized medicine and patient genome sequencing is driving an even greater demand for expert geneticists who can interpret genetic information. The Genetics Training Program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison) combines an established tradition of excellence in training generations of genetics researchers with a forward-looking vision of the changing landscape of career opportunities and trajectories. Our mission is to train the next generation of genetic researchers in rigorous, responsible, cutting-edge research that addresses modern questions in genetics and genomics, while preparing students for diverse careers that leverage that training.

We have maintained one of the oldest and largest NIH training grants in Genetics for over 45 years:

• Continuously funded since 1975
• The program hosts ~50-55 students, with class sizes of 8-12 students
• The training grant funds students for 1-2 years of training.  All students receive a stipend during their course of training

We have had great success preparing students for diverse careers that leverage a PhD in genetics.

• Of students funded by the T32 training grant in the last 15 years:
  • 97% remain in science-related fields, including:27% currently in postdoctoral positions
    • 18% leading academic labs
    • 18% in human clinical genetics and genomics (80% of those board certified)
    • 20% in the biotech industry
    • 9% in science education and administration
    • 7% in other careers leveraging a doctorate in genetics (including an analyst for the Center for Disease Control, an NIH program officer, and a professional scientific editor).

We offer a diverse set of trainers who are active in the program and serious about mentoring

• Includes 70 trainers in 22 departments and 4 colleges, with breadth of research tools & topics
• Research in the program is highly collaborative
  • 90% of trainers have published with another lab in the last 5 years
  • 33% (49% of those with NIH funding) share at least one grant with another PI
• Trainers are committed to training students
  • 87% of trainers have graduated a student in the last 10 years
  • 89-93% of their students and postdocs, respectively, remain in science today
• Trainers actively participate in the program
  • 73% serve on at least one genetics thesis committee
  • 33% teach a required course or participate in a required workshop
  • Nearly all have participated in recruiting, retreat, our seminar series, or other events

We have an outstanding cohort of engaged students:

• 100% of Genetics students from the last 10 years published manuscripts (2.9 papers on average, with 1.6 first-authored papers on average per student)
• Students are active in programmatic activities, governance and professional development
• We strive to maintain a vibrant community that values diversity and inclusion in all senses, which enables the best scientific training, research, and innovations.

All Program Admitted Students participate in lab rotations during their first semester.  Rotations are meant to provide students with the opportunity to do research in labs of interest with prospective mentors before choosing the lab in which they will complete their research and thesis. Students are encouraged to choose a diverse set of rotations.  During Orientation students will hear short rotation talks from Genetics mentors who are interested in recruiting students to their labs. Students will then will set-up 4 week rotations with three of those mentors of interest. Direct admit students begin in their lab at the beginning of Fall semester. 

Course Requirements

1. Genetics 990, Research, Every Semester
2. Genetics 701, Advanced Genetics, 3 credits, Fall Year 1
3. Genetics 707, Genetics of Development, 3 credits, Spring Year 1*
4. Genetics 702, Advanced Genetics II, 3 credits, Spring Year 1
5. Genetics 808, From Genes to Grants: Writing Winning Research Proposals in Genetics, 2 credits, Summer Year 1
6. Genetics 708, Methods and Logic in Genetic Analysis, 3 credits, Spring Year 2*
7. Responsible Conduct in Research course, 1 credit (either Oncology 715, Biochem 729 Section 8 , BMC 701, or other approved RCR course)
8. Elective: Any graduate level Genetics course taught by a faculty member  (including special topics) 
9. Four seminars including summer colloquiums in Year 3 and Year 4
10. Specialized elective coursework at the discretion of your thesis committee

* Genetics 707 and 708 are taken by the first and second years together, 707 is offered one year and 708 the next

In addition to course requirements, there are several other requirements students must meet to earn their PhD. 

Orientation

All new students must attend orientation and participate in the extended orientation workshops offered throughout their first year in the program. Typically offered workshop topics include: Individualized Development Plan, Rigor and Reproducibility, Mental Health Resources, Choosing a Lab, Forming a Committee, and Tips for Success.

Certification Meeting

By the end of their first year, all students are required to have their first meeting with their committee called the Certification Meeting. During this meeting, the committee will review previously completed coursework and make recommendations for courses that students should take to complete their degree. 

Annual Committee Meetings

Students are required to meet at least annually with their committee. Their first meeting will be the Certification Meeting and the second is typically coupled with the Oral Thesis Proposal Defense (Prelim). Each subsequent year of enrollment the student will hold an annual committee meeting to review their research progress and set both research and professional development goals for the next year.  Each meetins should include a review of the  Individualized Development Plan.

Professional Development Experience

All students are required to complete a professional development experience.  This experience is an opportunity to improve or gain skills that will be helpful post-graduation, to explore future career opportunities, and to network with others working in areas of interest. This requirement combined with other professional development that students obtain through coursework (grant writing, summer colloquium) and lab requirements (presentations, journal clubs, mentoring undergraduates) are designed to help prepare students for these careers.

Summer Colloquium Presentations

During the Summer semester Genetics Colloquium is presented by PhD students. All students are required to present Summer Colloquium Presentation during their third and fourth years. 

Seminar Presentations

In addition to the Summer Colloquium presentations, each student is expected to give at least two additional public presentations of their research. These can occur at conferences or during other on-campus colloquia.

Oral Thesis Proposal Defense Exam (Prelim)

By August 31 of their second year, each student is required to present an oral defense of their thesis proposal (prelim exam) to their committee. 

Responsible Conduct in Research Refresher Workshop

During their fourth year, all students participate in a Responsible Conduct of Research Refresher Workshop. The goal of this workshop is to review principles of Responsible Conduct in Research as outlined by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), targeted to PhD students in the 4th year of their graduate studies. In particular, this workshop emphasizes how senior PhD students can maintain RCR as they transition to future careers that often involve supervising and mentoring other scientists. 

Public Defense and Written Thesis 

The PhD culminates with a public defense and written thesis that is submitted to the Graduate School.

Students may be admitted to the Genetics Training Program through two tracks: 

1. Program Admission in which a student completes rotations in their first semester before joining a lab
2. Direct Admission in which a student begins in a specific faculty members lab at the time of enrollment

The admission track(s) through which we can consider a prospective student depend upon funding availability, and also upon the number of potentially appropriate labs for them.  Most of our domestic students do rotations while supported by program funds.  Due to more limited non-federal funds, about two thirds of our international students instead join the program via direct admission.

Rotations are four weeks long. The goal is not to finish a research project but to get a clear impression about interacting with a potential faculty mentor and doing research in their lab.  The vast majority of our rotation students join a lab by December of their first year and begin their thesis research.  

With direct admission, a prospective student is accepted based on an agreement with a specific faculty mentor who commits to providing their funding.  The student would join this lab upon beginning their PhD program, with the intention of completing their thesis research with the sponsoring faculty mentor.  A conversation about direct admission can be initiated by either an applicant or a faculty mentor.

All prospective applicants may benefit from contacting potential faculty mentors by e-mail, including before they apply to the program.  Through such interactions, applicants can confirm that this lab is accepting students and provides a good fit for them.  Such interactions are particularly important for prospective students who may be interested in direct admission, including international applicants and those with more targeted research interests.

Students applying to the Genetics Training Program must meet the minimum requirements of the UW-Madison Graduate School. 

The student should have earned a grade average of B or better and completed a B.S. or B.A. degree in a recognized college or university. There are no specific requirements in supporting fields, but students are encouraged to acquire adequate background in biology, mathematics, physics. There is no formal language requirement for the Ph.D. in genetics.

Successful applicants to the Genetics Training Program typically have at least one year of research experience at the time of application.  The research experience may be in genetics or a related field.  In addition, most have completed an undergraduate genetics course or have equivalent knowledge from courses or other sources.  

The Genetics Graduate Program Admissions Committee takes a holistic approach to reviewing applications. The process emphasizes the statement of purpose and recommendation letters from research advisors. The GRE and GRE Biology test are not required; however, students who have taken the exam are welcome to supply scores, which may be considered as part of the application review. The application deadline is December 1. 

Please see How to Apply for more information. 

Applicants apply to the Genetics Training Program using the UW-Madison Graduate School Application.  The application typically opens in early September. 

The required components of the application includes:

Personal, Academic, and Background Information
This section of the application is where the applicant will share their contact, demographic, education, and background information. 

Supplemental Application
The supplemental application for Genetics asks applicants to quantify time spent on scientific research including time spent working on a research project, past research experiences, and inquiry-based courses. Information to be included is the research institution, mentor name, total months research was completed, average hours per week during these months, and a short description of the contribution made. Hours should be totaled for each experience. (Hours per week X 4 weeks in a month X Number of months)

It also asks applicants to respond to the question “ How have your background and life experiences, including cultural, geographical, financial, educational, or other opportunities or challenges motivated your decision to pursue a graduate degree at the University of Wisconsin?”

Statement of Purpose/ Reason for Graduate Study

To write the most effective personal statement, we suggest addressing these questions:
What is your personal motivation to become a geneticist?
What makes it clear that you will thrive in a research-intensive PhD program?
What have you discovered and personally gained from your past research experience?
Which areas of genetics research interest you the most?
Why is UW Genetics the right fit for you?
Are there specific genetics trainers who you might like to work with?
See our Research Areas section to learn about our faculty and labs.

Three  Letters of Recommendation

The three letters should be from research mentors and professors and should address your potential to perform Genetics research at the PhD level, in addition to your aptitude and performance in intellectual and creative pursuits pertinent to scientific research.

Unofficial transcripts

Unofficial transcripts will be accepted for the admissions process. If you are offered admission you will be required to send official transcripts to the Graduate School before that admission can be finalized. 

Resume/CV

The resume/cv should include in detail your research experiences including time worked. It should also include work experiences, publications and posters, honors, awards, and interests.

Test Scores

The Genetics Graduate Program Admissions Committee takes a holistic approach to reviewing applications. The GRE is no longer required; however, students who have taken the exam are welcome to supply scores, which may be considered in the application review. The GRE Biology or related subject test is not required, but applicants may provide scores if available. Official scores will need to be sent to UW- Madison. 

If your native language is not English or your undergraduate instruction was not in English, you are also required to submit English proficiency test scores.

Application Fee

The application fee is $75. International applicants will also pay an additional $6 fee. 

Application fee waivers may be considered for applicants who have a financial need or have participated in specific inclusion-focused training programs. Applicants should first review the Graduate School Fee Waiver application information and instructions.  If you are not eligible via the Graduate School, you may request a fee waiver from Genetics. Please complete this form. Fee waivers are limited. 

All application materials should be received by December 1. 

If you have questions about if your transcripts, letters or test scores have been received, please see the Graduate School’s Admissions FAQ’s for assistance. 

First- year program admitted students are funded by the program during rotations.  After officially joining a lab the student’s funding switches to their mentor, typically as a Research Assistant. Some students will  join the program with their own funding (AOF, NSF) for the first year.

First- year direct admit students are funded by their mentor, typically as Research Assistants beginning in their first semester.

Students will most often continue to be funded as Research Assistants on their mentor’s grants as long as they are making satisfactory academic progress.  However, Genetics PhD students have been highly successful in securing their own funding.

Stipend and Fees

The stipend for 2024-2025 is $36,000. The stipend for 2025-2026 will be $38,000. Students (TAs and RAs) are required to be segregated fees every semester. Pre-disssertator rates can be found here and segregated fees can be paid using the deferred deadlines for Fall and Spring (not available for Summer).

Other Funding Sources

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program
HHMI Gilliam Fellows Program  
SciMed Graduate Research Scholars Program
Wisconsin Distinguished Graduate Fellowships
NIH F31
UW-Madison Training Grants
UW-Madison External Fellowship Database
Funding and Financial Aid Information from UW-Madison Graduate School

We strive to maintain an inclusive, supportive, and diverse community that enables our world-class education, research, and collegiality.  We care about our students, and we make every effort to see that they develop both intellectually and personally during their stay with us.  Furthermore, we instill in our students a value of our community and in supporting each other during graduate school.  We strongly believe that such collegiality fosters and supports diversity – in our student body, creative ideas, and scientific innovations.

The UW-Madison Genetics Training Program invites applications from students of diverse backgrounds who are interested in genetic research and training.  We especially seek qualified underrepresented minorities and others underrepresented in science to the program and campus.  Beyond simply recruiting students, we aim to provide diverse mechanisms of support to ensure that students are empowered to express and develop to their full potential.  Please contact the Graduate Program Manager, Martha Reck, for questions you might have about our program and initiatives.

Genetics Department Diversity Committee

Madison is a great place to live and it is rated highly for it’s bikeability, food, overall liveability, and more. Settled between four lakes and acting as both the state’s capital and home to the largest university in Wisconsin, the city boasts wonderful recreational activities while also serving as a cultural hotspot featuring art, music, theater, and a vibrant nightlife. Madison is considered a hidden gem of American small cities and it is surprisingly affordable.  Using a cost of living comparison tool, here’s how Madison shapes up next to some other popular cities that host Genetics PhD programs:

Berkeley, CA is 133% more expensive
Seattle, WA is 91% more expensive
Cambridge, MA is 80% more expensive
Los Angeles, CA is 72% more expensive
San Diego, CA is 59% more expensive
Tempe, AZ is 7% more expensive
Chicago, IL is 6% more expensive
Raleigh, NC is 2% more expensive
East Lansing, MI is 9% less expensive
Baltimore, MD is 12% less expensive
St. Louis, MO is 19% less expensive

Being an affordable city means that your stipend can go further here allowing you to take advantage of so much that Madison has to offer.  You can learn more about life in Madison by visiting our graduate student life page.

Does Genetics offer a Master’s degree?

No, Genetics does not offer a stand alone Master’s degree. Our PhD students earn a Master’s degree in Genetics while completing their PhD. 

Are application fee waivers available?

Application fee waivers may be considered for applicants who have a financial need or have participated in specific inclusion-focused training programs. Applicants should first review the Graduate School Fee Waiver application information and instructions.  If you are not eligible via the Graduate School, you may request a fee waiver from Genetics. Please complete this form. Fee waivers are limited. 

How are students funded?
First- year program admitted students are funded by the program during rotations.  After officially joining a lab the student’s funding switches to their mentor, typically as a Research Assistant. Some students will  join the program with their own funding (AOF, NSF) for the first year.

First- year direct admit students are funded by their mentor, typically as Research Assistants beginning in their first semester.

Students will most often continue to be funded as Research Assistants on their mentor’s grants as long as they are making satisfactory academic progress.  However, Genetics PhD students have been highly successful in securing their own funding.

What is the application deadline?

The deadline for all application materials to be received is December 1. 

Do my letters of recommendation need to be submitted before the deadline?

Yes, all application materials must be submitted by the December 1 deadline. 

Do my English scores need to be submitted by the deadline?

Yes, all application materials must be submitted by the December 1 deadline. Please plan ahead and submit your scores 1-2 weeks ahead of this deadline to allow for processing delays. 

How do I check my application status?

You can check the status of your application by logging in to your application portal and selecting Review Status.

What is the application process for the Predoctoral Training Program in Genetics?

See How to Apply. 

Would I still need to complete the coursework if I’ve earned a Master’s degree before applying? 

Yes, the coursework for the PhD is unique and required for all students regardless of their previous academic experience. 

What is the average time to degree? 

Our average time to degree is 5.6 years. 

What is the stipend?

The stipend for 2024-2025 is $36,000. 

Is health insurance provided? 

Students will have access to choose from the same health care plans available to faculty and staff. This includes health care, vision and dental coverage. https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/new-employee-benefits-enrollment/benefits-for-employees-not-covered-by-the-wrs/ 

What do students do after completing the Genetics PhD? 

The majority of our recent graduates have current positions in science-related fields. Doctoral Career Outcomes for the Genetics PhD can be found here. 

If you have questions about if your transcripts, letters or test scores have been received, please see the Graduate School’s Admissions FAQ’s for assistance. 

If you have specific questions about the program, please contact Graduate Program Manager, Martha Reck.  

If you have specific questions about a specific faculty member’s research and lab, please see the list of all Genetics PHD mentors.  You can find their contact information by clicking on their image.

SACNAS 2024

Genetics Associate Professor, Matt Anderson, will be attending SACNAS 2024 in Phoenix.

ABRCMS 2024

Genetics Assistant Professor, Steve Schrodi, will be attending ABRCMS 2024 in Pittsburgh!

If you’d like to connect, please stop by the UW-Madison booth in the exhibit hall.