Explore Our Degree Programs
M.S. & Ph.D in Zoology & Physiology
Ph.D in Ecology & Evolution (PiEE) - Interdisciplinary Program
Ph.D in Neuroscience - Interdisciplinary Program
Application Steps & Frequently Asked Questions
Admission to our graduate program requires support from a faculty advisor whose research aligns with your interests. Before submitting an application, prospective students should explore our faculty research areas and contact faculty members to discuss potential opportunities in their labs. Applications without an identified faculty advisor are generally not considered for admission.
Once you have identified a faculty member who is willing to serve as your advisor, you may begin the University of Wyoming graduate application process.
Not sure where to begin? Learn how to find a faculty advisor, understand the application process, explore funding opportunities, and more.
Research Facilities
The Department of Zoology & Physiology is proud to support research and learning with a range of specialized facilities, including modern research laboratories, dedicated teaching spaces, and shared resources across campus.
Integrated Microscopy Core
The Integrated Microscopy Core (IMC) of the Wyoming Sensory Biology Center (SBC) is a federally-listed Active Research Core facility. It is funded by the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) through its IDEA program. Its primary mission is to enhance the ability of researchers to elucidate how sensory systems work and how disease/pathological states occur.
AMK Ranch
The University of Wyoming Research Institute at AMK Ranch operates the UW–NPS Research Station in partnership with Grand Teton National Park. Situated within historic National Park Service buildings along the shores of Jackson Lake, the station provides a unique setting for advancing research, education, and creative activity in one of Wyoming’s most iconic landscapes.
Red Buttes Environmental Biology Laboratory
Located just south of Laramie along Highway 287, the Red Buttes Environmental Laboratory serves as a hub for faculty and student research. The facility supports a variety of environmental and animal research projects, providing dedicated spaces and resources for field-based studies.
Museum of Vertebrates
The University of Wyoming Museum of Vertebrates (UWYMV) is a rapidly expanding repository of historic and modern bird, mammal, amphibian, reptile, and fish specimens.
Meet Our Graduate Students
Our graduate students are at the heart of our research community. With more than 100 students pursuing advanced degrees across a wide range of biological disciplines, they are making meaningful contributions in the lab, the field, and beyond.
The University of Wyoming has earned its Research Level 1 (R1) status from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, placing Wyoming's only four-year university with the top research universities in the United States.