Prospective Graduate Students
Application Process
BEFORE YOU APPLY
Please read all instructions published by both the Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Graduate Programs and The University of Texas at Austin Graduate School before submitting an application. We also encourage you to review the Frequently Asked Questions page.
Applications are only accepted for the fall semester each year and only for admission to the PhD program.
WHEN TO APPLY
Fall 2026 applications will open August 1st, 2025 and close December 1st, 2025.
AFTER YOU APPLY
Once completed, please monitor your application via the MyStatus portal. Admissions decisions will be posted in the MyStatus portal, with additional notifications sent via email.
Final admissions decisions for all candidates are typically released by mid-February.
Applying for Admission
ILS Graduate Programs
Contact
If you have any questions about program requirements or your qualifications, please contact ilsgrad@austin.utexas.edu.
Our program staff and admissions committee will not evaluate materials prior to submission of an application. Do not send transcripts, C.V.s, or other materials directly to the graduate program staff. All materials must be submitted to the University of Texas at Austin Graduate School.
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