2026 Best Cell Physiology Schools

Cell Physiology programs are offered at a focused set of schools across the country. While the number of schools offering the program varies, there are still top-quality ones to be found.

For its 2026 ranking, College Factual looked at 9 schools in the United States to determine which ones were the best for cell physiology students pursuing a degree.

What’s on this page:

• Degree-Level Rankings
• Best Overall Cell Physiology Schools List

Choosing a Great Cell Physiology School

The cell physiology program you select can have a big impact on your future. That is why we built our Best Cell Physiology Schools rankings. Our overall ranking combines our degree-level rankings, weighted by degrees awarded at each level.

In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.

Cell Physiology Rankings by Degree Level

Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we have developed a number of rankings, including this Best Cell Physiology Schools list, to help you choose. Want schools in a particular part of the country? Narrow the list by region or state.

To further help you make the college decision, we have developed a unique tool called College Combat that lets you compare schools on the factors that matter most to you.

See how we build our rankings

Best Schools for Cell Physiology in the United States

Below are the schools that deliver the strongest overall cell physiology education, regardless of degree level.

Top Schools in Cell Physiology

1

University Of California Davis
Davis, CA

Doctoral Degree Highest Degree Type

28 Cell Physiology Degrees Awarded

$37,550 Median Starting Salary

University Of California Davis is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in cell physiology. This very large public university is located in the suburb of Davis. University Of California Davis graduates 86% of students within six years. There were roughly 28 cell physiology students who graduated with this degree at University Of California Davis in the most recent data year. Cell Physiology graduates of University Of California Davis earn a median of $37,550 early in their careers. Students borrow a median of $14,598 to complete this degree. See the full cell physiology program report for University Of California Davis

2

University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

Doctoral Degree Highest Degree Type

12 Cell Physiology Degrees Awarded

$61,361 Median Starting Salary

University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill is a great choice for students pursuing a degree in cell physiology, landing the #2 spot this year. This very large public university is located in the city of Chapel Hill. Roughly 91% of students complete a degree within six years here. About 12 cell physiology degrees were awarded at University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill in the most recent year. Soon after graduation, cell physiology degree recipients from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill generally make around $61,361. University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill graduates carry a median of $15,117 in student loans. Get the full cell physiology details for University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

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Notes and References

This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on a blend of student outcomes (graduation rate, post-graduation earnings), affordability, and program focus, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).

Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 9 schools evaluated.

• The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), serves as the core of our data about colleges.
• Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).

More about our data sources and methodologies.