All applications for admission to the Physiology Graduate Program must be made through the Graduate School Application System.

Indicate Physiology in the “Desired Major” field. Leave the Department and College sections blank as the program is interdisciplinary and interdepartmental.

The Graduate School requires payment of a $75 application fee for U.S. citizens and permanent residents and $85 for non-resident aliens.  Your application will not be processed until the application fee is received by the graduate school.

PERSONAL STATEMENT: Please write a brief 1-2 (Two-Page Maximum) personal statement detailing your ultimate career goals, your undergraduate experience and how the Physiology Graduate Program can help you in your journey.

NC Residency for Tuition Purposes

Please click here for additional information on how to obtain NC Residency.

Where to Send Official Transcripts & Residency Forms

Send official transcripts and residence forms (only if claiming North Carolina residency) directly to:

The Graduate School

North Carolina State University

1000 Main Campus Drive

Campus Box 7102

Raleigh, NC 27695-7102

Do not send paper applications to individual departments, faculty or the Director of the Physiology Graduate Program. 

Non-electronic reference letters, resumes or CVs should be sent to: