Affiliated Graduate Programs
Below is a list of affiliated NC State PhD programs that GG Scholars are able to pursue. The GG Scholars director has worked closely with the Directors of Graduate Programs for the affiliated programs to make sure there is a clear path into the affiliated graduate programs from the GG Scholars program without a delay to degree. Affiliated programs will accept GG Scholar students, contingent on them finding an advisor who will support them in that program.
I chose the GGS umbrella program, because I was looking for an interdisciplinary graduate experience. The GGS program not only lets me rotate through different labs but also through different programs; this allows me the chance to find a project and labs that best fit my interests! Megan Dillon (2020 Cohort GGS Undeclared)
The Biochemistry program is designed to prepare individuals for careers in research and/or teaching. Emphasis is placed primarily on laboratory research, where students work closely with faculty to develop expertise in desired techniques and are mentored in the scientific process.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Joe Barycki, jjbaryck@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Madi Moser, mbmoser@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-515-5683
- Website
The Biology program offers students diverse research opportunities to explore some of the most pressing scientific issues in our world. Students participate in courses, seminars and research planned in conjunction with the student’s advisor and advisory committee.
- Director of Graduate Programs: John Godwin, godwin@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Freha Legoas, fclegoas@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-515-5712
- Website
Biomathematics covers a wide range of research areas, including physiology, ecology, evolution, infectious disease, developmental biology, toxicology and pharmacology. The program collaborates with other NCSU departments and research laboratories in the Research Triangle Park.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Sam Sullivant, smsulli2@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Le Phuong To, lto@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-513-1153
- Website
The Comparative Biomedical Sciences program uses state-of-the-art techniques to address a number of interesting scientific problems in the basic and applied biomedical sciences. Students conduct independent research and are prepared for competitive careers in diverse fields.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Samuel L Jones, sljones@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Samantha Lara-Pennella, selarape@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-513-6357
- Website
Offering opportunities for tailored research experiences, Crop Science students are prepared for meaningful careers that have local and global impact. The program has expert faculty who participate in a number of interdisciplinary programs that enrich their teaching and mentoring.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Candace Haigler, candace_haigler@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Angie Barefoot, agbarefo@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-515-2643
- Website
Globally-ranked, the Entomology graduate program offers a challenging curriculum, one-on-one research experiences, hands-on attention from committed faculty members, and extensive student support to ensure educational and professional success.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Michael Reiskind, mhreiski@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Kat Elizabeth Lyons, kelyons@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-515-6677
- Website
Students in this intercollegiate program pursue an advanced degree in diverse subjects, including overlap with environmental resources, forestry and other specialty areas. Faculty and students help guide sustainable solutions for conservation challenges locally, regionally and globally.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Nils Peterson, nils_peterson@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Multiple, names and contact
- Phone: 919-55-5578
- Website
The Forestry and Environmental Resources program encourages candidates to explore advanced challenges faced in a variety of fields. Students have access to outstanding research facilities, outreach and industry activities, faculty expertise, and multiple degree concentrations.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Markus Nils Peterson, mnpeters@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Stephen Edward Griffin, segriff5@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-515-7563
- Website
Over the past 66 years, Genetics at NC State has continued to develop a program of excellence. The graduate program provides personalized mentorship and comprehensive well-rounded professional training in genetics academia, research, and teaching experience.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Reade Roberts, rbrober2@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Tyler DeAtley, tdeatle@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-515-2291
- Website
The Horticultural Science program offers students an opportunity to dig deeper into an expanding field. Students receive an advanced understanding of horticultural sciences as well as conduct original research and scholarly work at the highest level without supervision.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Gina Fernandez, gefernan@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Rachel McLaughlin, rachel_mclaughlin@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-515-1189
- Website
Microbiology offers engaged faculty as well as exciting research and career opportunities. Students are trained to recognize significant biological problems, design experimental approaches for solutions, and communicate their results to the scientific community and the public.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Michael Hyman, mrhyman@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Dwayne Barnes, dabarnes@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-513-3806
- Website
The Physics Ph.D. program offers an exciting intellectual climate and a strong emphasis on research that advances the frontiers of physics. Students in all of our programs learn from and work alongside our exceptional faculty in state-of-the-art facilities. Our graduate students win awards, author articles in prestigious journals and make significant contributions to their fields.
- Director of Graduate Programs: David E Aspnes, aspnes@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Rhonda M Bennett, rbennet@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-513-2182
- Website
Plant Biology students benefit from a wide scope of research with faculty who are well-funded and represent vast approaches, from molecules to ecosystems. The program engages in interdisciplinary projects and collaborates with faculty in many departments across NC State.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Larry Blanton, larry_blanton@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Dwayne Barnes, dabarnes@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-513-3806
- Website
The Plant Pathology graduate program offers personalized experiences and professional engagement through internships, seminars and scientific meetings. Doctoral students have the option to craft their own program, capturing their individual research interests and professional goals.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Dorith Rotenberg, drotenb@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Kat Elizabeth Lyons, kelyons@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-515-6677
- Website
The Toxicology Program provides comprehensive course work and training to prepare students for careers in academia, government, and industry. Research spans an array of topics ranging from the molecular to population level consequences of toxicant exposure.
- Director of Graduate Programs: Michael Cowley, macowley@ncsu.edu
- Graduate Services Coordinator: Gretchen Feulner, gefeulne@ncsu.edu
- Phone: 919-513-1011
- Website