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PhD Programs

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Umbrella Program

Biomedical Sciences  Boston University’s Program in Biomedical Sciences (PiBS) provides rigorous training towards a PhD degree by integrating the foundations of interdisciplinary biomedical research with focused investigation and preparation for career advancement. PiBS offers first-year students the opportunity to explore a variety of research areas over the course of three laboratory rotations along with a core curriculum to help determine the direction of their PhD focus. Degree granting departments and programs are listed below. In addition, students can participate in the Immunology Training Program, ultimately earning their degrees within either the Microbiology or Pathology departments.

• Biochemistry & Cell Biology
• Genetics & Genomics
• Microbiology (including the Immunology Training Program )
• Molecular & Translational Medicine
• Nutrition & Metabolism
• Orofacial and Skeletal Biology
• Pathology (including the Immunology Training Program )
• Physiology 

Neuroscience: Boston University-Campus Wide Degree Program

Neuroscience The Graduate Program for Neuroscience (GPN) is a University-wide PhD degree-granting program in neuroscience that unites the graduate training faculty on the Medical Campus (BUMC) and the Charles River Campus (CRC). The GPN curriculum provides a broad cross-disciplinary core education including molecular, cellular, and systems, cognitive and behavioral, computational and clinical and the flexibility to take neuroscience-related coursework in any of the departments and programs of the University to build depth of specialization. *Computational Neuroscience track available

Direct Entry Programs

Anatomy and Neurobiology

This 64-credit doctoral program includes courses in Anatomy and Neuroscience offered by the Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology, related departments on the Medical Campus and the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. An integral part of the program is the requirement for students to participate as Teaching Fellows in Medical and Graduate school courses as part of our Vesalius Teaching Apprenticeship. The PhD program is designed to produce well-rounded biomedical scientists who expect to include both research and teaching in their career.

Behavioral Neuroscience An interdisciplinary program administered through Graduate Medical Sciences, the Behavioral Neuroscience PhD Program provides students with a firm foundation in basic principles and methods of Experimental Neuropsychology in

Biomolecular Pharmacology preparation for a career as an experimental neuropsychologist and behavioral neuroscientist in academia or industry. Our unique program focuses on human neurobehavioral disorders in relation to brain structure and functioning, providing a true translational link between cutting-edge research and emphasis on medical patient care. The PhD in Biomolecular Pharmacology at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine is a unique interdisciplinary and interdepartmental learning environment for doctoral students. The first 18 months emphasize formal course work and a sequence of four required laboratory rotations. Laboratory work provides students with the opportunity to investigate potential areas for dissertation research while enhancing the breadth of their training. Students also experience an industrial rotation at Pfizer to develop their research skills. This program also allows later stage entry for students pursuing a PhD in Neuroscience or a PhD in Biomedical Engineering .

Additional programs of study

• Combined  MD /PhD  Program
• Vesalius  “Certificate” for PhD students in the Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology

Available Training Grants

Students receive  funding for training  in specific areas including: Addiction Science, Aging, Biomolecular Pharmacology, Cancer Biology, Cardiovascular Biology, Inflammation, Metabolism, Endocrinology and Obesity, Pathogenesis, Pulmonary Biology and Immunology.

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Discover the Ph.D. Program at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

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At Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, you’ll discover a unique research training environment of academic inquiry and scientific discovery, combined with exceptional intellectual and technological resources designed to help you achieve your highest scientific career goals.

Through the Ph.D. program, you’ll acquire a broad expertise in biomedical science with the opportunity to go deeper into your primary area of research interest.

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Best graduate school rankings

a top school for biological sciences as ranked by U.S. News & World Report

Guaranteed 5-year internal fellowship

includes full tuition, stipend, and benefits

Whether you’re preparing for graduate school or applying now, the Mayo Clinic experience for biomedical science Ph.D. students is different.

Program highlights:

• Research training by leading investigators in fields ranging from molecules to populations, all in the context of exceptional health care.
• Embedded within a top academic medical center, you’ll have access to clinical data from more than 6 million patient histories.
• A Career Development Internship program where senior students experience networking opportunities in career settings different from those of their research mentors.
• A national destination for research training of students from backgrounds underrepresented in science. Mayo’s NIH-funded IMSD is more than two decades old, and Mayo invented the NIH PREP concept.
• Join about 250 students who have access to 300+ faculty members in small class sizes.
• 87% of graduates since 1989 are employed in academia or industry.
• Three campuses in Minnesota, Florida, and Arizona with diverse research opportunities.
• Every student is awarded a fellowship for five years that fully covers tuition.
• Ph.D. students receive a stipend and health benefits.

See yourself here

Hear from students and faculty to get an idea of what it's like to learn here, live here, and be a Ph.D. student at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.

"I can be the scientist I want to be"

Choosing your area of specialization

You'll choose from one of eight  biomedical science specialty tracks within our Ph.D. Program. Track choice is indicated during the application process and confirmed after admission. But you'll be able to do research and learn in any Mayo laboratory that interests you, even if it's not within your track.

Perspectives on our Ph.D. Program

"Collaboration is massive here"

Collaborative research and learning environment

The hallmark of research at Mayo Clinic is the highly collaborative interaction that occurs between investigators in basic science and clinical areas. While each investigator has a competitively funded independent lab, collaboration with graduate students and staff across the institution is common. As a Ph.D. student, you’re free to select any Mayo mentor, regardless of which track you choose.

"Allowed me to build my own team"

Teaching opportunities

Tutoring and teaching opportunities are available and optional for our Ph.D. students. If you’re interested in developing these skills, serving as a tutor or a teaching assistant can help cement the knowledge you gain from your coursework.

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Apply between Sept. 1 and Dec. 4 for the following academic year.

To get in touch with the Ph.D. Program, fill out the form on the Contact Us page .

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I have enjoyed exploring a bunch of different areas of research, specifically those to which I was completely new. Everyone here has been extremely supportive and there has been a lot of room for growth. Overall it's been really fun figuring out what I'd like to do moving forward!

As a first-year graduate... I was amazed by the quantity and quality of our lab experience. 

Weill Cornell is unique in how focused it is on medical science research. There is no other institution where I can so easily find professors to collaborate with for clinical research. In the short time I have spent in the program, I have meaningfully contributed to several projects that will be published.

I’m a firm believer that in order to excel in something, you must be passionate about it. Combining my passion for science with the drive to help others motivated me to enroll in a Ph.D. program at Weill Cornell.

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Dr. Jan Krumsiek develops and applies novel methods for the analysis of metabolomics and multi-omics data. 

Computational biologist Dr. Christina Leslie focuses on developing machine learning algorithms for computational and systems biology.

"The spirit of collaboration between and within the partnership of Weill Cornell and Sloan Kettering is a strength of Weill Cornell Graduate School."

"The graduate school has some of the top researchers nationally in their fields, but is also small enough to have a real concern for students."

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At Weill Cornell, I learned how to take difficult scientific concepts and distill them into elements that various audiences can understand. I was also able to hone my presentation and explanation skills throughout my years there, which help me greatly in my everyday work.

WCGS provided me with an amazing scientific foundation, both in the core classes and through my work in the lab. It taught me how to approach a scientific problem by boiling it down to its core components and focusing on confronting the specific issue at hand.

WCGS was the best fit for me because of the large number of faculty who are involved in interesting research.

The scientific training we received at WCGS is not only about the detailed knowledge in our specific fields, but also involves how we approach a problem, how we dissect a problem, and how we find resources to solve that problem.

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MEMP PhD Program

Hst’s memp phd program, is this program a good fit for me.

HST’s Medical Engineering and Medical Physics (MEMP) PhD program offers a unique curriculum for engineers and scientists who want to impact patient care by developing innovations to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. We're committed to welcoming applicants from a wide range of communities, backgrounds, and experiences.

How is HST’s MEMP PhD program different from other PhD programs?

As a MEMP student, you’ll choose one of 11 technical concentrations and design an individualized curriculum to ground yourself in the foundations of that discipline. You’ll study medical sciences alongside MD students and become fluent in the language and culture of medicine through structured clinical experiences. You’ll select a research project from among laboratories at MIT, Harvard, affiliated hospitals and research institutes , then tackle important questions through the multiple lenses of your technical discipline and your medical training. As a result, you will learn how to ask better questions, identify promising research areas, and translate research findings into real-world medical practice.

What degree will I earn?

You’ll earn a PhD awarded by MIT or by the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences.

What can I do with this degree?

Lead pioneering efforts that translate technical work into innovations that improve human health and shape the future of medicine.

How long will it take me to earn a PhD in HST’s MEMP program?

Similar to other PhD programs in MIT's School of Engineering, the average time-to-degree for MEMP PhD students is less than six years.

What are the degree requirements?

Science / engineering.

Choose one of the established concentration areas and select four courses from the approved list for the chosen area. Current MEMP concentration areas are:

• Aeronautics & Astronautics
• Biological Engineering
• Brain & Cognitive Sciences
• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Materials Science & Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Nuclear Engineering

Harvard MEMPs fulfill Basic Science/Engineering Concentration and Qualifying Exam through their collaborating department (SEAS or Biophysics).

Biomedical Sciences and Clinical Requirements

Biomedical sciences core.

• HST030 or HST034: Human Pathology
• HST160: Genetics in Modern Medicine
• HST090: Cardiovascular Pathophysiology

Restricted Electives - two full courses required*

• HST010: Human Anatomy
• HST020: Musculoskeletal Pathophysiology*
• HST100: Respiratory Pathophysiology**
• HST110: Renal Pathophysiology**
• HST130: Introduction to Neuroscience
• HST162: Molecular Diagnostics and Bioinformatics*
•  HST164: Principles of Biomedical Imaging*
• HST175: Cellular & Molecular Immunology

*  May combine two half-courses to count as one full course **Must choose at least one of HST100, HST110

Clinical Core

• HST201: Intro. to Clinical Medicine I and HST202: Intro. to Clinical Medicine II
• HST207: Intro. to Clinical Medicine

PhD Thesis Guide

Letter of intent #1:.

Research advisor and topic. Due by April 30 of 2nd year.

Letter of Intent #2:

Tentative thesis committee. Due by April 30 of 3rd year.

Thesis proposal:

Defended before thesis committee. Due by April 30 of 4th year.

Final Thesis:

Public defense and submission of final thesis document.

Harvard MEMPs must an electronic copy of the final thesis including the signed cover sheet. Harvard MEMPs should not register for HST.ThG.

Qualifying Exam

TQE: Technical qualification based on performance in four concentration area courses and Pathology

OQE: Oral examination to evaluate ability to integrate information from diverse sources into a coherent research proposal and to defend that proposal

Professional Skills

Hst500: frontiers in (bio)medical engineering and physics.

Required spring of first year

HST590: Biomedical Engineering Seminar

Required fall semester of first year. Minimum of four semesters required; one on responsible conduct of research and three electives. Topics rotate.

Required for all MEMP students. (Biophysics students may substitute MedSci 300 for HST590 term on responsible conduct of research.)

Professional Perspectives 

Required once during PhD enrollment 

What can I expect?

You’ll begin by choosing a concentration in a classical discipline of engineering or physical science. During your first two years in HST, you’ll complete a series of courses to learn the fundamentals of your chosen area.

In parallel, you’ll become conversant in the biomedical sciences through preclinical coursework in pathology and pathophysiology, learning side-by-side with HST MD students.

With that foundation, you’ll engage in truly immersive clinical experiences, gaining a hands-on understanding of clinical care, medical decision-making, and the role of technology in medical practice. These experiences will help you become fluent in the language and culture of medicine and gain a first-hand understanding of the opportunities for — and constraints on — applying scientific and technological innovations in health care.

You’ll also take part in two seminar classes that help you to integrate science and engineering with medicine, while developing your professional skills. Then you’ll design an individualized professional perspectives experience that allows you to explore career paths in an area of your choice:  academia, medicine, industry, entrepreneurship, or the public sector.

A two-stage qualifying examination tests your proficiency in your concentration area, your skill at integrating information from diverse sources into a coherent research proposal, and your ability to defend that research proposal in an oral presentation.

Finally, as the culmination of your training, you’ll investigate an important problem at the intersection of science, technology, and medicine through an individualized thesis research project, with opportunities to be mentored by faculty in laboratories at MIT, Harvard, and affiliated teaching hospitals.

Interested in applying? Learn about the application process here.

HST MEMP grad Grissel Cervantes-Jaramillo’s road to a PhD began in Cuba and wound through Florida

PhD Programs

Empowering students to follow their curiosity

Bioengineering PhD

Jointly supported by the School of Engineering and the School of Medicine, the bioengineering program merges engineering principles with scientific discovery and technology to encourage the development of new medical devices and treatments.

Biosciences PhD

panning the School of Medicine and the School of Humanities and Sciences, students have the best of both worlds: the diversity of a large umbrella program coupled with the support of a small academic setting.

The Biosciences PhD program offers 14 home programs representing eight basic science departments and six interdisciplinary programs.

Biomedical Physics (BMP) PhD Program

Supported by the Departments of Radiology and Radiation Oncology, the Biomedical Physics PhD program seeks students interested in radiation therapy, imaging science, and molecular imaging and diagnostics as applied to clinical medicine. 

PhD in Epidemiology and Clinical Research

The PhD program in epidemiology and clinical research will provide methodologic and interdisciplinary training that will equip students to carry out cutting-edge epidemiologic research. The program trains students in the tools of modern epidemiology, with heavy emphases on statistics, computer science, genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics.

PhD in Health Policy

Stanford Health Policy offers a PhD program which promises to educate students who will be scholarly leaders in the field of health policy, and will be highly knowledgeable about the theoretical and empirical approaches that can be applied in the development of improvements in health policy and the health care system. These students will be well prepared for positions in academic institutions, government institutions, and private sector organizations with a demand for high-level analysis of health policy issues.

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Health Sciences Informatics, PhD

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The Ph.D. in Health Sciences Informatics offers the opportunity to participate in ground-breaking research projects in clinical informatics and data science at one of the world’s finest biomedical research institutions. In keeping with the traditions of the Johns Hopkins University and the Johns Hopkins Hospital, the Ph.D. program seeks excellence and commitment in its students to further the prevention and management of disease through the continued exploration and development of health informatics, health IT, and data science. Resources include a highly collaborative clinical faculty committed to research at the patient, provider, and system levels. The admissions process will be highly selective and finely calibrated to complement the expertise of faculty mentors.    

Areas of research:

• Clinical Decision Support
• Global Health Informatics
• Health Information Exchange (HIE)
• Human Computer Interaction
• Multi-Center Real World Data
• Patient Quality & Safety
• Population Health Analytics
• Precision Medicine Analytics
• Standard Terminologies
• Telemedicine
• Translational Bioinformatics

Individuals wishing to prepare themselves for careers as independent researchers in health sciences informatics, with applications experience in informatics across the entire health/healthcare life cycle, should apply for admission to the doctoral program.

Admission Criteria

Applicants with the following types of degrees and qualifications will be considered:

• BA or BS, with relevant technical and quantitative competencies and a record of scientific accomplishment as an undergraduate; 
• BA or BS, with relevant technical and quantitative competencies and a minimum of five years professional experience in a relevant field (e.g., biomedical research, data science, public health, etc.); or
• MA, MS, MPH, MLIS, MD, PhD, or other terminal degree, with relevant technical and quantitative competencies

Relevant fields include: medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, nursing, ancillary clinical sciences, public health, librarianship, biomedical science, bioengineering and pharmaceutical sciences, and computer and information science. An undergraduate minor or major in information or computer science is highly desirable.

The application is made available online through Johns Hopkins School of Medicine's website . Please note that paper applications are no longer accepted. The supporting documents listed below must be received by the SOM admissions office by December 15 of the following year. Applications will not be reviewed until they are complete and we have all supporting letters and documentation.

• Curriculum Vitae (including list of peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations)
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• Statement of Purpose
• Official Transcripts from undergraduate and any graduate studies
• Certification of terminal degree
• You are also encouraged to submit a portfolio of published research, writing samples, and/or samples of website or system development

Please track submission of supporting documentation through the SLATE admissions portal.

If you have questions about your qualifications for this program, please contact [email protected]

Program Requirements

The PhD curriculum will be highly customized based on the student's background and needs. Specific courses and milestones will be developed in partnership with the student's advisor and the PhD Program Director.

The proposed curriculum is founded on four high-level principles:

• Achieving a balance between theory and research, and between breadth and depth of knowledge
• Creating a curriculum around student needs, background, and goals
• Teaching and research excellence
• Modeling professional behavior locally and nationally.

Individualized curriculum plans will be developed to build proficiencies in the following areas:

• Foundations of biomedical informatics: e.g., lifecycle of information systems, decision support
• Information and computer science: e.g., software engineering, programming languages, design and analysis of algorithms, data structures.
• Research methodology: research design, epidemiology, and systems evaluation; mathematics for computer science (discrete mathematics, probability theory), mathematical statistics, applied statistics, mathematics for statistics (linear algebra, sampling theory, statistical inference theory, probability); ethnographic methods.
• Implementation sciences: methods from the social sciences (e.g., organizational behavior and management, evaluation, ethics, health policy, communication, cognitive learning sciences, psychology, and sociological knowledge and methods), health economics, evidence-based practice, safety, quality.
• Specific informatics domains: clinical informatics, public health informatics, analytics
• Practical experience: experience in informatics research, experience with health information technology.

Basic Requirements & Credit Distribution

• 15 "core" quarter credits (5 courses)
• 8 quarter credits of Student Seminar & Grand Rounds
• 60 elective quarter credits
• 6 quarter credits practicum/research rotation
• 36 mentored research quarter credits (12 in year 1, 24 in year 2)
• Research Ethics

Medical Sciences

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The Division​ of Medical Sciences is one of the programs in the Harvard Integrated Life Sciences, which facilitates collaboration and cross-disciplinary research. Visit HILS for additional  application instructions .

Established at Harvard University in 1908, the Division of Medical Sciences (DMS) provides students wishing to pursue careers in research and teaching with a broad education in basic biomedical science fields and specialization in one of them. Classroom and laboratory instruction are conducted primarily by faculty in the basic sciences departments and affiliated hospital laboratories of Harvard Medical School, leading to a PhD awarded by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (Harvard Griffin GSAS). For over 100 years, this fruitful collaboration has spawned research achievements across the spectrum, from basic science to experimental medicine. Since 1909, more than 2,800 division graduates, including six Nobel Laureates, have gone on to distinguished careers in biomedical research, university teaching, and a number of increasingly diverse careers.

DMS offers six interdisciplinary areas of study leading to a PhD in the biomedical sciences, which share a common purpose of fostering a stimulating and supportive environment for research training in the biomedical sciences:  Biomedical Informatics , ​ Biological and Biomedical Sciences ,  Immunology ,  Neuroscience ,  Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology , and Virology .

DMS students are enrolled in and receive a PhD from Harvard Griffin GSAS, even though they may work primarily with Harvard Medical School faculty. 

Additional information on the graduate program is available from the Division of Medical Sciences and requirements for the degree are detailed in  policies .

Admissions Requirements

Please review admissions requirements and other information before applying. You can find degree program-specific admissions requirements below and access additional guidance on applying from the Division of Medical Sciences .

In the application for admission, select Division of Medical Sciences as your degree program choice and your area of interest from the Area of Study drop down.

If you have published articles, please list these in the Academic History section of the application for admission, citing the PubMedID.

All DMS programs conduct personal interviews as part of the application process. Invitations for interviews are usually sent out between late December and early January, depending on the program.

Standardized Tests

GRE General: See specific DMS area of study pages for GRE requirements iBT TOEFL minimum score: 100 IELTS minimum score: 7

Biomedical Informatics

Applicants to the program typically have majored in a quantitative field (e.g., computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, bioengineering) with a demonstrated interest in biological sciences OR have majored in a biological science but with considerable aptitude in computer programming and quantitative methods.

Neuroscience (PIN)

While there are no specific degree subject, course, or research requirements, applicants are expected to have rigorous undergraduate coursework in the sciences, including biology, chemistry, and physics, and prior lab research experience. Applicants who have trained outside of neuroscience and biology are expected to have a demonstrated interest in neuroscience.

The statement of purpose should help the admissions committee get to know each applicant as a person and as a scientist. How did your background and lived experience help shape you as a scientist? What are your interests and goals in graduate school? How do your research experiences and goals fit within this context? You should briefly establish a contextual framework, provide a summary of your research experience, including the question(s)/topic(s) of your research, their importance, your hypotheses, how you tested your hypotheses, your findings, possible outcomes, and how you interpreted those outcomes.

Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology (SHBT)

Applicants who are invited for on-campus interviews are notified in late December. Interviews generally occur in late January as part of a series of activities beginning on a Thursday evening and ending the following Sunday. Travel and hotel expenses for this visit are covered by the SHBT program. Invited applicants should make every effort to attend the interview weekend, but those who are unable to do so should inquire about other arrangements.

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Why a PhD in Medical Sciences?

Our Ph.D. program in Medical Sciences provides advanced training with the goal of preparing students for research-based careers. Areas of in-depth study are driven by faculty research and encompass clinically related fields such as diabetes mellitus, obesity, immunology and infectious disease, oncology, and other chronic health conditions.

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Program prerequisites.

• BS, MS or equivalent degree from an accredited college of university
• GRE scores of at least 148 on quantitative reasoning and at least 150 on verbal reasoning
• An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Written statement of goals and objectives that identifies the applicant’s research and curriculum interests and explains how admission to the program will facilitate his/her professional objectives
• Current resume and three letters of recommendation
• If English is not the first language, the University requires a paper-based TOEFL score of at least 570, or at least 90 on the Internet-based TOEFL, or 6.5 on the IELTS

Admissions is selective and competitive, based on the number of available positions in the department laboratories and available faculty and facilities.

Degree Requirements

The Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Sciences requires a minimum of 43 credits including 9 credits of dissertation. The program is designed to be completed in 4 to 5 years. Program educational goals and courses can be viewed in the Course Catalog .

Required Courses (37 credits):

•  MMSC800 Preparing Research Proposals (2 cr)
• MMSC650 Medical Biochemistry (4 cr)
• MMSC691 Human Medical Genetics (3 cr)
• MMSC868 Research (12 cr)
• MMSC603 Research Design (3 cr)
• MMSC803/804 Seminar (4 cr) (taken 8 semesters: 4 semesters for 1 credit [803] and 4 semesters for 0 credit [804])
• MMSC969 Dissertation (9 cr)

Science Core Elective Courses (6 credits)

A preliminary exam is taken at end of year 1 that tests the student’s general knowledge base in Medical Sciences and their ability to critically evaluate scientific literature. The preliminary examination includes a written component followed by an oral component on a separate day.

A candidacy exam is taken at the end of year 2. The student will prepare a written and oral proposal for dissertation research that meets the requirements for an external grant proposal. The oral proposal meeting will include both a defense of the student's proposed research and an in-depth examination of the student's knowledge of their research specialization.

When the dissertation research is complete, all Medical Sciences faculty and students will be invited to attend the oral dissertation defense meetings. Following the oral presentation and questions from faculty in attendance, the Dissertation Committee will meet separately and vote on the outcome. The outcome will be presented to the student, along with any conditions or requirements for proposal or dissertation revisions. 

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The 2023-2024 UD graduate student tuition rate per credit hour is $1,028. Research Assistant awards will be made for students that best fit the needs of the sponsoring faculty member. Teaching Assistant awards will be made for students prepared to teach and otherwise assist with undergraduate instruction. Students can also apply for internal funding, such as the competitive awards offered through the UD Research and Graduate Studies Office. Students can also apply for pre-doctoral support from funding agencies such as the American Heart Association. The sponsoring faculty member will work with the student to develop the proposal.

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PhD applicants are only considered for Fall and cannot apply to any other term. Details about admission requirements, deadlines, and the application process can be found on this page.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us at 813-974-2836 or [email protected] .

Requirements

Minimum admission requirements can be found in the Graduate Catalog at the link below. 

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Please review the "Application Process" section of this page for details about what documents to submit. 

GRE Scores are NOT required for admission. 

Admissions decision factors.

Students seeking a PhD in Medical Sciences from the University of South Florida are selected by an admissions committee that considers the overall qualities of the applicant. Areas of consideration include academic achievement, research experience and interests, and letters of recommendation. All selected candidates will be required to have personal interviews with members of the PhD admissions committee.

The PhD Program typically receives more than 100 applications each year, and fewer than 30% of applicants are admitted.

The undergraduate GPA of the middle 50% of students admitted for Fall 2023 was 3.4-3.78. 

Deadlines & Decision Timeline

Application.

The Medical Sciences PhD Program priority deadline is December 1. Students should apply and submit all required documents (including letters of recommendation) by this date for the best chance of consideration. Our final application deadline is February 15. 

University application deadlines can be found in the Graduate Catalog.

Application Deadlines

Well-qualified applicants will be invited to participate in interviews with faculty members prior to final admissions decisions being made. An interview is required to be eligible for admission into the program and invitations to participate in interviews are sent between mid-December and mid-March. For Fall 2024 admission, we intend to host three rounds of virtual interviews on the dates outlined below: 

January 8-11 February 12-15 February 26-29

During interview weeks, interviewees are typically invited to a virtual program overview on Monday evening, then select from one of six available interview times (Tuesday morning or afternoon, Wednesday morning or afternoon, Thursday morning or afternoon). This schedule is subject to change, but additional details will be communicated to selected applicants. 

Review & Notification

Students who participate in an interview are typically notified of the committee's admission's decision within 7-10 days of interviewing. Admitted students will be invited to visit campus; our visit weekends are currently scheduled for: 

February 8-10 March 7-9 March 28-30

Admitted students have until April 15 to notify the PhD office if they will attend USF. 

Application Process

• Submit an online application . Select the Medical Sciences program. 
• Pay the $30 application fee . You will be prompted to pay as soon as you submit your application. If you are unable to pay when you submit, you can do so within 30 days by logging into your OASIS account at my.usf.edu . 
• Submit transcripts.  To upload documents to your application, log into the application website , then navigate to My Workspace > My Documents. Unofficial copies can be uploaded directly to your application and can be used for our admissions review. If you are offered admission, you will be required to submit official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions you have attended (undergraduate and graduate).
• Submit supplemental information .** 
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume 
• Research background
• Reasons for selecting the Morsani College of Medicine to pursue a PhD
• Future career goals following graduation from the Medical Sciences PhD program
• Recommendations should come from faculty or other professionals familiar with applicant's academic performance and/or research potential 

**If you are applying to more than one program at USF, it is imperative that your supplemental information clearly indicate that it should be used for your application to the Medical Sciences PhD Program. This is especially important for letters of recommendation. Failure to appropriately indicate the PhD program may prevent your application from being reviewed.

GRE scores are no longer required. 

Additional requirements for international students.

In addition to the requirements listed above, international students must also submit the documents listed below. Unofficial copies can be used for admissions review, but final admission will not be granted until official documents are received and processed by the Office of Admissions.

• World Education Services
• Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
• Academic Evaluation Services
• Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.
• A copy of the original document that was evaluated and an English translation (if applicable) must be included with the evaluation.

If you cannot provide a foreign credential evaluation when you apply, you may submit the documents outlined below and we can conduct a preliminary review based on this information. Documents should be uploaded to the online portal within the application. (Please note, it is still best to submit a course-by-course foreign credential evaluation if you are able to).

• Unofficial college transcript (must be in English)
• You may use a free online resource such as Scholaro or WES
• Must be your cumulative undergraduate GPA

Formal admission to the university will not be granted until an official course-by-course foreign credential evaluation is provided, but this can be submitted after an applicant is interviewed if necessary.

• Proof of English language proficiency .

If you have any questions about our Medical Sciences PhD Program, how to apply, or the status of your application, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 813-974-2836 or [email protected] .

Biomedical PhD Programs

The following programs are administered in the School of Medicine by the  Office of Biomedical Graduate Education  (OBGE).

Each PhD program has its own course work and preliminary exam requirements, but all programs follow a general academic pattern. The first year is generally devoted to course work and laboratory rotations. At the beginning of the second year, students enter their thesis labs, finish course work and assemble dissertation committees. At the end of the second year, students complete their preliminary exam, which is generally based on their proposed dissertation project. After passing the preliminary exam, the student is fully devoted to research. Some programs have a teaching requirement but all students can serve as teaching assistants with the approval of their dissertation mentor.

Learn more about specific departmental requirements, offerings, leadership, and faculty on each program’s webpage.

• Biochemistry
• Biostatistics
• Cell & Molecular Biology *
• Cell Biology  (non-admitting)
• Cognitive Neuroscience † *
• Computational Biology & Bioinformatics *
• Developmental & Stem Cell Biology † *
• Integrated Toxicology & Environmental Health Program † *
• Medical Physics
• Medical Scientist Training Program - MD/PhD
• Molecular Cancer Biology
• Molecular Genetics & Microbiology
• Neurobiology
• Pharmacology
• Population Health Sciences
• University Program in Genetics & Genomics *

† Admitting program

Admitting interdisciplinary programs offer students an opportunity to develop foundational skills with interdisciplinary faculty from the admitting program in the first two years of study. Students then affiliate into a degree-granting program to join a lab, continue study, and earn the Ph.D. degree.

*Interdisciplinary program

Interdisciplinary programs offer training from faculty from across Duke departments who bring together valuable field knowledge from a variety of academic perspectives. Some interdisciplinary programs are admitting programs and constitute only the first two years of training; others are degree-granting and see students through the entire PhD degree. Admitting programs are denoted with a †.

University of Florida

Medical Sciences

Program information .

Dean: C. Koch Associate Dean for Graduate Education: T. Rowe

A complete listing of graduate programs in the College of Medicine can be found at: https://graduate.education.med.ufl.edu

The College of Medicine offers training opportunities leading to either the Doctor of Philosophy or Master of Science degree in medical sciences. Minimum requirements for these degrees are given in the General Information section of this catalog. The interdisciplinary program in biomedical sciences (BMS) is the major focus leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree. Other graduate courses and programs are listed under departmental or concentration headings.

Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences (BMS)

The Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences (BMS Program) is an umbrella Ph.D. program that offers students the opportunity to explore one or more areas of study before choosing their mentor and concentration of study. The BMS Program has seven concentrations of study which include:

· Biochemistry and Molecular Biology · Cancer Biology · Genetics · Immunology and Microbiology · Molecular Cell Biology · Pharmacology and Therapeutics · Physiology and Aging

The goal of the BMS is to prepare students for a diversity of careers in research and teaching in academic, government, and commercial settings, after completion of the Ph.D. in Medical Sciences. The program provides a modern, comprehensive graduate education in biomedical sciences while providing both maximum program flexibility and appropriate specialization for advanced training. The BMS represents a cooperative effort of seven interdisciplinary advanced concentrations with participation of over 300 faculty members.

During the first semester of study, students undertake a common, comprehensive interdisciplinary core curriculum of classroom study and a responsible conduct of research course. During the second semester, students begin to focus their coursework in one or two concentrations. Throughout the first two semesters, students participate in at least three laboratory rotations in any of the laboratories of the BMS faculty members. The advanced concentration and the supervisory committee chair are chosen no later than the end of the spring semester to maximize flexibility and facilitate an informed decision. Students entering the advanced concentrations take more specialized courses that strengthen their knowledge of these disciplines. The advanced concentration curricula are flexible enough to allow students to integrate course work offered in other advanced concentrations. In addition, journal clubs and seminars associated with their research interests allow students to further augment their scientific development.

Prospective students should have strong backgrounds in biology including genetics, chemistry (organic, quantitative, and biochemistry), physics, and calculus. Demonstrated high motivation and a serious intention to pursue research-related careers are also important considerations. This is best accomplished by performing independent study in a research laboratory for at least a semester, with a year or more being preferred. For more information, write:

BMS P.O. Box 100229 College of Medicine Gainesville, FL 32610-0229 For expanded information about the BMS, visit http://biomed.med.ufl.edu/ .

Advanced Concentration in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Coordinators: Mathew E. Merritt and Craig W. Vander Kooi

The Graduate Faculty of the biochemistry and molecular biology advanced concentration share an interest in the relationships between the structure of a biological macromolecule and the function of that molecule in the cell. The structure (encoded ultimately by the genome) sets the phenotype of the organism. The uniting theme among the Graduate Faculty is their approach to research: Each uses the techniques of biochemistry and molecular biology/genetics to characterize the function of a macromolecule and show how function (and the process it is part of) is determined by the structure of that molecule and its interactions with other macromolecules. Specific research directions range from physical determination of the molecular structure of proteins to regulation of cellular processes to the genetic mapping of disease loci.

For information about other programs and courses in this field, see the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology listing.

Advanced Concentration in Cancer Biology

Directors: Dietmar Siemann and Maria Zajac-Kaye

The Cancer Biology Concentration (CBC) provides training opportunities in cancer research ranging from basic to translational. The program spans many disciplines, including molecular and cell biology, genetics and epigenetics, biochemistry, microbiology, pharmacology, anatomy, pathology, epidemiology, bioinformatics, immunology and many others involved in the understanding of the development, progression, dissemination, and treatment of cancer.

Students in the program will have opportunities to work with outstanding cancer investigators in state-of-the-art facilities. Through combinations of courses, seminars, small group discussions, and an interdisciplinary approach to research, the program allows students to gain a unique understanding of cancer and to build a firm foundation upon which they can build careers in academia, government, and the biotech or pharmaceutical industry

For more information please see our website: http://BMS.med.ufl.edu/about/cancer-biology-concentration

Advanced Concentration in Clinical and Translational Science

Director: Wayne McCormack\

The Clinical & Translational Science PhD program provides graduate students with knowledge and skills required to develop a career in multidisciplinary clinical and translational research. This program uses a team-science approach to provide didactic training and mentoring for predoctoral students performing clinical and/or translational research in health-related fields at UF. Completion of program requirements results in the award of an interdisciplinary concentration in Clinical & Translational Science. Doctoral students from all UF doctoral graduate programs who are interested in health-related research are eligible to apply.

For more information contact: Dr. Wayne McCormack Program Director [email protected] https://www.ctsi.ufl.edu/education/ph-d-students/

Advanced Concentration in Genetics

Coordinators: M. R. Wallace and Lei Zhou

The concentration in genetics offers graduate training in all facets of modern molecular genetics including bacterial, viral, lower eukaryotic, mouse, developmental, and human genetics. The courses listed are taught in a 5-week modular format, ranging from 1-3 modules. For more information please see our website: https://biomed.med.ufl.edu/about/genetics/

Advanced Concentration in Immunology and Microbiology

Coordinators: David Ostrov, Jose Lemos, and Scott Tibbetts

The concentration in immunology and microbiology offers graduate training in cellular and molecular immunology (including immunopathology, immunogenetics, and autoimmunity) and in microbiology (including virology, bacteriology, microbial genetics, and microbial pathogenesis). The courses listed are taught in a 5-week modular format, ranging from 1-3 modules.

For more information see website: https://biomed.med.ufl.edu/about/immunology-microbiology/

Advanced Concentration in Medical Physics

Director: Manuel Arreola

The University of Florida’s Medical Physics Graduate Program is one of the oldest medical physics programs in the United States (originating in 1961) and is accredited for graduate degrees (MS and PhD) by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs (CAMPEP). Academically housed in the College of Medicine , the program is a concentration under Medical Sciences. The program has multiple participating departments in the Colleges of Medicine and Engineering, including Radiation Oncology, Radiology, Neurosurgery, and Biomedical Engineering. Recently, students have been conducting their research at the UF Proton Therapy Institute (UFPTI) in Jacksonville; the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, the Robert Boisenault Oncology Institute with multiple locations in central Florida; and the Orlando Health Cancer Institute . Faculty from UFPTI participate in the direction of clinical training and research.

Advanced Concentration in Molecular Cell Biology

Coordinators: Alexander Ishov and William Dunn

The advanced concentration in molecular cell biology (MCB) prepares investigators for careers in biomedical research in academic or industrial settings. This multidisciplinary specialization has more than 50 participating faculty members and offers an extraordinary range of opportunities for advanced study of life at the molecular and cellular levels. The Graduate Faculty share common interests in the molecular interactions that account for functionally integrated subcellular, cellular, and tissue organization found in living organisms. The model systems in use range from yeast and cellular lime molds through Drosophila to birds and mammals. These systems are manipulated and analyzed using a wide range of powerful molecular, genetic, protein chemical, immunological, pharmacological, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and microscopic imaging strategies. Students who select MCB take advanced course work and initiate independent research during the second year. This approach provides broad-based vision early in the program and the appropriate degree of specialization later on.

For more information see website: https://biomed.med.ufl.edu/about/molecular-cell-biology/

Advanced Concentration in Neuroscience

Coordinators: Benoit Giasson and Eduardo Candelario-Jalil

Graduate students in the Neuroscience Concentration of Medical Sciences are mentored by faculty who are passionate about advancing our understanding of the normal and disordered nervous system using state-of-the-art technologies. This program provides a fertile ground for trainees to develop original research that will contribute to the field and that is directly relevant to preserving brain health and combatting neural disease. As a neuroscience student at UF, you will receive broad interdisciplinary training that fosters independent critical thinking and develops problem-solving skills. This program includes rigorous coursework, specialized seminar series, and explicit training in grant writing and other professional skills. Trainees have extensive opportunities to present their research for UF colleagues and at national and

international conferences. This program prioritizes student’s career development, and through a partnership with UF’s McKnight Brain Institute , offers an array of unique training opportunities.

Advanced Concentration in Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Coordinators: Jeffrey Harrison and Gemma Casadesus

The Graduate Faculty in this advanced concentration do cutting-edge research connecting mechanisms of human disease with the development of new medical therapies. Students learn the principals of biomedicine, such as how drugs and biological agents are discovered and developed to treat human diseases or conditions. Training in this concentration prepares graduates for career paths in academic science, pharmaceutical/biotech industry, and government/regulatory affairs.

For more information see website: https://biomed.med.ufl.edu/about/pharmacology-concentration/

Advanced Concentration in Physiology and Aging

Directors: Gonzalo Torres and Glenn Walter

The Graduate Faculty associated with this advanced concentration have expertise in a variety of disciplines, including molecular and cellular biology, pharmacology, physiology, neuroscience, and biochemistry. These faculty bring together unique strengths to provide the students with diverse training. Students may train in laboratories involved in cardiovascular, neuro, endocrine, and developmental physiology; pharmacology; and toxicology. Students conduct research at the molecular, cellular, and integrative levels. Many of the faculty are involved in multidisciplinary, collaborative research efforts that aim to understand basic physiological mechanisms and pathophysiological processes (e.g., cardiovascular, neurodegenerative, and neoplastic diseases).

Other Doctoral Programs in Medical Sciences

Biomedical informatics, the ph.d. in medical sciences, with a concentration in biomedical informatics, offers advanced training in computer science, health and medicine, biostatistics, data science and analytics, engineering, and research methodology to prepare students for academic and research careers in the growing field of biomedical informatics. graduates will be prepared to pursue faculty-level positions and help drive innovation in health care and research., health outcomes and implementation science, the ph.d. in medical sciences, with a concentration in health outcomes and implementation science, is a specialized degree designed to put its graduates at the forefront of innovative research to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical and community-based programs that promote health and health outcomes. throughout the curriculum, special emphasis is placed on health disparities and vulnerable populations..

Combination Degree Program : The College participates in a combination degree program between a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Biology and a Master of Science degree with a major in Medical Sciences with or without a concentration in Pharmacology. Information on this program can be found at: https://biology.ufl.edu/undergraduates/undergraduate-combined-degree-program-offerings/bsms-program-requirements/bachelor-of-science-in-biology-and-master-of-science-in-medical-sciences/

Degrees Offered with a Major in Medical Sciences

• without a concentration
• optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science
• optional second concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
• concentration in Biomedical Informatics
• ​ concentration in Domestic Animal Genomics
• concentration in Imaging Science and Technology
• concentration in Medical Physics
• optional second concentration in Clinical and Translational Science 
• optional second concentration in Reproductive Biotechnology
• concentration in Reproductive Biotechnology
• concentration in Toxicology
• concentration in Biomedical Neuroscience
• concentration in Domestic Animal Genomics
• concentration in Forensic Medicine
• concentration in Genetics and Genomics
• concentration in Gerontology
• concentration in Health Outcomes and Implementation Science
• concentration in Medical Physiology and Pharmacology
• concentration in Molecular Cell Biology
• concentration in Neuroscience
• concentration in Pharmacology

Requirements for these degrees are given in the Graduate Degrees section of this catalog.

Core Courses-IDP

General and advanced courses, advanced concentration courses, advanced concentration in biochemistry and molecular biology courses, advanced concentration in cancer biology courses, advanced concentration in genetics courses, advanced concentration in health outcomes and implementation science courses, advanced concentration in immunology and microbiology courses, advanced concentration in medical physiology and pharmacology courses for the master of science degree, required core pharmacology courses (9 credits): .

GMS 6551 Fundamentals of Medical Pharmacology and Therapeutics (1 cr.)    

GMS 6520 Medical Pharmacology and Therapeutics I: The Nervous System (2 cr.) GMS 6530 Medical Pharmacology and Therapeutics II: Cardiovascular, Renal and Respiratory Systems (2 cr.) GMS 6531 Medical Pharmacology and Therapeutics III: Endocrine, Musculoskeletal and Reproductive Systems (2 cr.) GMS 6540 Medical Pharmacology and Therapeutics IV: Cancer, Antimicrobial and Antiparasitic Agents (2 cr.)

Select an additional 6 pharmacology credits from the list below (6 Credits):

GMS 6510 Pharmacology of Cannabis, Tobacco, and Vaping (2 cr.) GMS 6070 Sensory and Motor Systems (3 cr.) GMS 6504 Advanced Medical Pharmacology (2 cr.) GMS 6552 Cell Signaling & Therapeutics (2 cr.) GMS 6594 Pharmacology Literature (1 cr.) GMS 6591 Communicating Pharmacology (1 cr.)

Required core physiology courses (9 credits):

GMS 6440 Fundamentals of Medical Physiology (1 cr.) GMS 6401 Medical Renal Physiology (2 cr.) GMS 6402 Medical Respiration Physiology (3 cr.) GMS 6474 Medical Cardiovascular and Muscle Physiology (3 cr.)

Select an additional 6 physiology credits from the list below (6 credits):

GMS 6419 Medical Endocrinology and Reproduction (3 cr.) GMS 6479 Medical Gastrointestinal Physiology (2 cr.) GMS 6410 Physiology of the Circulation of Blood (2 cr.) GMS 6413 Advances in Hypertension Research (2 cr.) GMS 6414 Advanced Renal Physiology (2 cr.) GMS 6470 Adv. Respiration Physiology 1 (3 cr.) GMS 6475 Adv. Respiration Physiology 2 (3 cr.)

Advanced Concentration in Molecular Cell Biology Courses

Advanced concentration in neuroscience courses, advanced concentration in oral biology courses, advanced concentration in clinical and translational science courses, college of medicine courses, medical sciences courses, medical sciences (phd).

SLO1      Knowledge         Students will identify and explain the core knowledge for the Interdisciplinary Program (genetics, cell biology, biochemistry/molecular biology) followed by concentration-specific core knowledge (genetics, molecular cell biology, immunology/microbiology, physiology/pharmacology, biochemistry/molecular biology, or neuroscience).  At the most basic level, this will include recognizing and explaining fundamental facts in the disciplines.  At the intermediate level this will include explaining relationships between facts and explanation of mechanisms of biological processes.  At the most advanced level this will include interpreting experimental data and designing experiments.

SLO2      Research Skills   Students will read, interpret and critically analyze published literature in their field to formulate hypotheses;  design a technically sound and up-to-date experimental plan with appropriate controls; execute the experimental plan in a technically proficient manner; interpret the data; and then reformulate the hypotheses.

SLO3      Professional Behavior    Students apply professional behavior in their conduct of research, specifically identification and illustration of ethical conduct, including employment of appropriate safety, administrative, and regulatory rules

Medical Sciences (MS)

SLO1      Knowledge         Identifies, describes, and explains key concepts, study designs, and research methodologies necessary to conduct research in medical and health care disciplines

SLO2      Research             Explains research ideas, designs, and produces a scientifically sound clinical/translational research project in an ethically sound manner, which includes testable hypotheses and specific aims, presenting scientific relevancy, stating appropriate statistical and ethical considerations, detailing subject enrollment, data collection and analysis, and reporting how the project will lead to improvement of human health

SLO3      Professionalism Organize activities that promote self-improvement, scientific teamwork, and improvement in human health

• Anton, Stephen D.
• Berceli, Scott A.
• Beyth, Rebecca J.
• Carek, Peter J.
• Laubenbacher, Reinhard
• Mehrad, Borna
• Morris, John Glenn
• Scali, Salvatore
• Wang, Gary P.
• Weiner, Irving David

Associate Professor

• Brown, Ashley Nicole
• Bryant, Andrew Justin
• Clark, David J.
• Mulligan, Jennifer Konopa
• Nelson, Eric Jorge
• Sarder, Pinaki
• Sibille, Kimberly T.

Assistant Professor

• Canales, Muna Thalji

Eminent Scholar

• Wingard, John Reid

Clinical Associate Professor

• Becker, Torben Kim
• De Benedetto, Anna
• Lewis, Carol

Clinical Professor

• Byrd, Jason H.
• Dang, Long Hoang
• Iovine, Nicole Marie

Research Assistant Professor

• Gibson, Daniel J.
• Kusmartsev, Sergey Alekseyevich

Affiliated Faculty

• Abisambra, Jose Francisco Associate Professor
• Al Mardini, Mamoun Tawfiq Hashim Assistant Professor
• Alli, Abdel Associate Professor
• Alvina, Karina A. Research Assistant Professor
• Antonelli, Patrick J. Professor
• Armstrong, Melissa Jo Associate Professor
• Arreola, Manuel Munoz Clinical Assistant Professor
• Artz, Mark Edward Clinical Assistant Professor
• Barreto, Izabella Lipnharski Clinical Assistant Professor
• Benos, Panagiotis Professor
• Bian, Jiang Professor
• Bizon, Jennifer L. Professor
• Blackband, Stephen John Professor
• Bloom, David C. Professor
• Bolch, Wesley Emmett Distinguished Professor
• Bolser, Donald Clementz Professor
• Borchelt, David R. Professor
• Bose, Prodip Kumar Research Associate Professor
• Bova, Frank J. Distinguished Professor
• Boye, Shannon Elizabeth Professor
• Bruijnzeel, Adriaan Willem Professor
• Brusko, Todd Michael Professor
• Burke, Sara Nicole Associate Professor
• Byrne, Barry John Professor
• Cabrera, Roniel Associate Professor
• Candelario Jalil, Eduardo Jesus Associate Professor
• Casadesus Smith, Gemma Professor
• Chakrabarty, Paramita Associate Professor
• Chandran, Vijayendran Research Assistant Professor
• Coleman, Jason E. Research Assistant Professor
• Cooper, Brian Y. Professor
• Cusi, Kenneth Professor
• Dale, Erica Arden Assistant Professor
• Davey, Mary Ellen Courtesy Associate Professor
• De Crecy, Valerie Anne Professor
• De Kloet, Annette Diane Assistant Professor
• De Kosky, Steven Trent Professor
• Dehoff, Rhonda Marsha Associate Professor
• Deleyrolle, Loic Pierre Assistant Professor
• Dinculescu, Astra Assistant Professor
• Ding, Mingzhou Distinguished Professor
• Donahoo, William Troy Clinical Professor
• Dore, Sylvain Professor
• Dunn, William A. Professor
• Farrer, Matthew James Professor
• Febo Vega, Marcelo Associate Professor
• Flint, Jeremy Joseph Assistant Scientist
• Flores, Catherine Associate Professor
• Forghani, Reza Clinical Professor
• Foster, Thomas C. Professor
• Frazier, Charles Jason Professor
• Fujii, Kotaro Assistant Professor
• Fuller, David Professor
• George, Thomas J. Professor
• Giasson, Benoit Ivan Professor
• Gilland, David R. Senior Lecturer
• Goldberger, Bruce A. Clinical Professor
• Gregory, Megan E. Associate Professor
• Gumus, Kazim Ziya Research Assistant Professor
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• Guo, Yi Associate Professor
• Gurka, Matthew James Professor
• Hall, Jaclyn M. Associate Scientist
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• Hess, Christopher Assistant Professor
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• Johnson, Richard D. Professor
• Kaufmann, Christopher Norfleet Assistant Professor
• Keselowsky, Benjamin G. Professor
• Khalil, Georges Elias Assistant Professor
• Khoshbouei, Habibeh Professor
• Kladde, Michael P. Professor
• Krause, Eric Associate Professor
• Kumar, Ashok Research Associate Professor
• Lakshmyya, Kesavalu Naidu Professor
• Lamb, Damon Geoffrey Assistant Professor
• Lauzardo, Michael Research Associate Professor
• LaVoie, Matthew James Professor
• Lemas, Dominick Assistant Professor
• Leon, Stephanie Marie Clinical Assistant Professor
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• Li, Jonathan G. Clinical Professor
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• Liu, Chihray Professor
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• Ma, Zhe Assistant Professor
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• Manini, Todd M. Professor
• Martindale, Mark Q. Professor
• Martyniuk, Christopher Associate Professor
• Martynyuk, Anatoly Eugeny Research Professor
• Mathews, Carol Anne Professor
• Maurer, Andrew P. Associate Professor
• McFarland, Nikolaus R. Clinical Associate Professor
• McFetridge, Peter S. Associate Professor
• McIntyre, Jeremy C. Assistant Professor
• Mitchell, Gordon Stewart Professor
• Mobley, Erin Michele Assistant Professor
• Muller, Keith E. Professor
• Munger, Steven Dunn Professor
• Neubert, John K. Professor
• Nguyen, Cuong Associate Professor
• Nick, Harry S. Professor
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• O'Dell, Walter G. Research Associate Professor
• Okun, Michael S. Professor
• Opavsky, Rene Associate Professor
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• Prokop, Stefan Assistant Professor
• Prosperi, Mattia Professor
• Rahman, Maryam Associate Professor
• Ranum, Laura Page Professor
• Rarey, Kyle E. Professor
• Rathinasabapathi, Balasubramani Professor
• Ray, Jessica M. Assistant Professor
• Renne, Rolf Friedrich Professor
• Reynolds, Brent A. Professor
• Rill, Lynn Neitzey Clinical Assistant Professor
• Rincon-Limas, Diego Enrique Associate Professor
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• Sarkisian, Matthew R. Associate Professor
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• Schwarz, Amanda Boczkowski Assistant Professor
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• Scindia, Yogesh M. Assistant Professor
• Scott, Edward W. Professor
• Seaver, Elaine C. Professor
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• Shickel, Benjamin P. Assistant Professor
• Smith, Wesley Clay Professor
• Someya, Shinichi Associate Professor
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• Stanifer, Megan Lynn Assistant Professor
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• Sutton, Lerah K. Other
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• Wang, Eric Tzy-Shi Associate Professor
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• Xu, Jie Assistant Professor
• Yan, Guanghua Clinical Associate Professor
• Zajac-Kaye, Maria Professor
• Zhang, Yawei Clinical Assistant Professor
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The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences at FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine is a customizable interdisciplinary program that bridges the gap between the laboratory bench and the patient's bedside. Every student's program is tailored to meet their specific learning needs.

Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences at Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine is individually tailored to meet our students' specific needs and research interests.

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences program bridges basic sciences and biomedical research interests to discover and advance medically relevant knowledge, ultimately leading to improved quality of life for future generations.

The program develops the ability of graduate students to apply research skills from bench to bedside, translate fundamental discoveries into new treatments for human diseases, and prepare them for careers in academia, medical research, and biomedical and biotechnology industries.

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences program admits students only during the fall term.

Applications for the Fall 2024 cycle are now closed.

The Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. program not only provided me with a rich experience in modern research technologies but put my career on a track that made it possible for me to chase my dreams...I will always be grateful for the constant support I received from the faculty and staff at FIU. — Tiyash Parira, Ph.D., class of 2018

I would strongly recommend [FIU's Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences] program to anyone interested in pursuing a scientific career, either in industry or academia. — Maria Lopez, Ph.D., class of 2020

The Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences program provided the tools and training I needed to succeed as an independent researcher. My time as a student was not without challenges, but I had tremendous support from the program. I am grateful to my mentors and professors for the opportunities granted to me to grow professionally. The journey was entirely worth it! — Patience Paul, Ph.D., class of 2023

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Our students collaborate with our world-class professors to conduct cutting-edge biomedical research and have the option to select their own unique concentration area.

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• Pulmonary Vascular Disease
• Translational Glycobiology and Functional Glycomics

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Custom Curriculum

Every student in the Biomedical Sciences program has a personalized curriculum designed to meet their specific learning needs.

The program has a minimum number of credits in didactic courses, allowing for flexibility of elective courses to address each student's research needs and giving them additional time in the lab working towards publications and dissertation research.

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• Baccalaureate Field    No restrictions. However, applicants must  have a satisfactory record of courses in biology, inorganic and  organic chemistry, and at least one year of physics and of  mathematics.
• Grade Point Average  At least 2.75/4.00 for the final 60 semester hours of undergraduate study. Preference is given to applicants with a GPA of greater than 3.00/4.00.
• Tests Required  None.
• TOEFL  80, with subscores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, and Writing 21 (iBT Test); 60, with subscores of Reading 19, Listening 17, Writing 21 (revised Paper-Delivered Test),  OR,
• IELTS  6.5, with subscores of 6.0 for all four subscores,  OR ,
• PTE-Academic  54, with subscores of Reading 51, Listening 47, Speaking 53, and Writing 56.
• Letters of Recommendation  Three required.
• Personal Statement  Required. Personal statement must include a description of past research experience and motivation for obtaining a doctorate degree in Biomedical Sciences.
• Other Requirements Preference is given to applicants with a documented record of research accomplishments.

Degree Requirements

In additional to Graduate College minimum requirements, students must meet the following program requirements: 

MS in Biomedical Sciences

There will be no direct admission to the MS. Doctoral students who fail to progress beyond year 2 (including failing the preliminary exam) or who choose to discontinue research upon passing the preliminary exam will be allowed to petition for the MS.

• Minimum Semester Hours Required 36-38
• Course Work
• Comprehensive Examination: None 
• Thesis, Project, or Course-Work-Only Options: Course work  only. MS students are not required to produce a thesis from their  mentored research or research rotation. Although mentored  research is not required, it is expected that most MS students will  participate in mentored research.
• Other Requirements: Seminar Series (4 hours in total). Students may register for any one of the following courses: PATH 595 , PCOL 595 , PHYB 595 , MIM 595 , BCMG 595 , or ANAT 595 .

PhD in Biomedical Sciences 

• Minimum Semester Hours Required: 96 from the baccalaureate
• Course Work: ​
• Preliminary Examination: Required. D uring the second year of graduate study, students must pass a  preliminary examination in a format specified by the GEMS Program. This exam has three components. First, students will prepare a preproposal (a three-page description of research project), followed by  submission of a research proposal (following the NIH F31 proposal guidelines), and an oral defense of the proposal. The written proposal will be reviewed by a preliminary exam committee consisting of five GEMS faculty. Students will be required to present and defend the proposal during oral examination.

Dissertation : Required. Students must earn at least 52 hours in one of  the following research courses: ANAT 599 , BCMG 599 , GEMS 599 , MIM 599 ,  PATH 599 , PCOL 599 , or  PHYB 599 .

Other Requirements: Seminar Series (6 hours in total). Students may register for any one of the following courses:  ANAT 595 ,  BCMG 595 ,  MIM 595 ,  PATH 595 ,  PCOL 595 , or  PHYB 595 .

Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP):  Students with an MD earned in the United States or who are working  toward one at UIC may use medical science courses to fulfill the Year 1  course work requirements ( GEMS 504 ,  GEMS 505 ,  GEMS 506 ,  GEMS 521 , and  GEMS 522 ).  MSTP students will complete all other degree requirements: the  concentration core, seminar series, electives, preliminary examination,  and dissertation.

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The Cambridge Institute for Medical Research (CIMR) is one of the leading research institutions in the UK. The Institute’s mission is to determine the molecular mechanisms of disease in order to advance human health, and the working environment emphasises collaboration between basic and clinician scientists, meaning the students can learn from multiple different approaches to biomedical problems. There are 24 research groups working across three research themes (protein folding and quality control, membrane trafficking and organelle biology) and three disease areas where these fundamental processes are disturbed (rare genetic disease, neurological disease, and intracellular infection).

Students at CIMR benefit from a wealth of seminars, core topic sessions and workshops held in CIMR by outstanding world-leading researchers, providing a broad scientific education. Our students receive expert training in state-of-the-art technologies through our core research facilities, and also have diverse opportunities to communicate their research findings and develop collaborative networks, e.g. at the annual CIMR research retreat. There are also opportunities for training and involvement in public engagement with research, which is a particular area of focus.

CIMR welcomes applications from postgraduates to undertake research towards a PhD in any of the labs based in CIMR. We admit those applicants who meet the academic admissions criteria and whose research interests match those of an available member of the academic staff who is willing to act as the student's supervisor. We believe that research is most effective when it reflects the widest possible diversity of ideas and inspiration, so we welcome applications from individuals from groups that are traditionally under-represented in scientific research.

Applicants are required to contact potential supervisors directly in the first instance, to discuss their application and funding possibilities. A list of CIMR PIs can be found on the CIMR website.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of their PhD, students should:

• have a thorough knowledge of the literature and a comprehensive understanding of scientific methods and techniques applicable to their own research;
• be able to demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their field;
• have developed the ability to critically evaluate current research and research techniques and methodologies;
• have self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems;
• be able to act autonomously in the planning and implementation of research; and
• have gained oral presentation and scientific writing skills.

Those who wish to progress to a PhD after completing an MPhil will be required to satisfy their potential supervisor, Head of Department and the Faculty Degree Committee that they have the skills and ability to achieve the higher degree.

The Postgraduate Virtual Open Day usually takes place at the end of October. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions to admissions staff and academics, explore the Colleges virtually, and to find out more about courses, the application process and funding opportunities. Visit the  Postgraduate Open Day  page for more details.

See further the  Postgraduate Admissions Events  pages for other events relating to Postgraduate study, including study fairs, visits and international events.

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This course is advertised in the following departments:

• Department of Pathology
• Department of Clinical Biochemistry
• Department of Clinical Neurosciences
• Department of Haematology
• Department of Medical Genetics
• Department of Medicine

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All About the PhD in Rehabilitation Science Program

Brendan Dougherty, PT, PhD , assistant professor and co-director of the Rehabilitation Science Graduate Program, shares the history, structure, and ongoing successes of the PhD in Rehabilitation Science program.

Can you give us an overview of the rehabilitation science PhD program?   

Our PhD program recently celebrated 25 years! It began in 1998 and evolved out of the former Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (known as PM&R) primarily from the leadership of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy programs. There was (and still is) a growing national need for PhD-level trained clinicians and scientists to advance research related to physical rehabilitation. 

The goal for starting the Rehabilitation Science Program was two-fold: 1) bring together experts to advance science that could then be applied to patient care and clinical practice (i.e. translational research), and 2) integrate research training into these clinical programs. So, our roots are very much in the fields of physical therapy and occupational therapy. At the time, there were only a handful of like programs nationally. We were on the forefront along with the likes of the University of Florida, the University of Delaware, and the University of Southern California, to name a few.

When we welcomed our first class, it was very small—about six students and eight faculty. We've been growing through the years, more than quadrupling our number of students, building our curriculum, and expanding faculty beyond those in physical and occupational therapy. Our program, and the field of rehabilitation science, is now a broad, interdisciplinary collective of scientists working in research areas at each level of the translational research continuum with the shared goal of advancing rehabilitation care for patients of all ages.    

What is the structure of the PhD program?  

Full-time students generally take 4-5 years to earn their PhD. In the first two years students take classes, followed by preliminary written and oral exams. In year three, students are generally prepared to dive into their dissertation project, which culminates in a final thesis defense. This progression to degree completion is in line with the other PhD programs in the Medical School.   

What kinds of students are in the rehabilitation medicine PhD program?  

As our program has grown, diversified, and broadened across departments and centers at the University and VA Medical Center, the make-up of our students has changed as well. Right now, we have 28 PhD students, and they are from all different academic backgrounds. Early and mid-career clinicians are attracted to our program, with about half of our students having clinical degrees (physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, orthotics and prosthetics, exercise physiology). 

However, more and more students are applying to our program straight from undergraduate or master’s degree programs with broad experience in biomedical engineering, physiology, neuroscience, public health, and chemistry, for example. Since our faculty are experts in areas spanning the basic and clinical sciences, we attract students with a range of research interests, and we feel that this breadth is a significant strength of our program.   

Who are the faculty members for this program?  

Our faculty members are a lot of the same names you see in physical therapy, as well as faculty from UMN-affiliated institutions including Gillette Children’s and the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. Faculty with primary appointments in occupational therapy, kinesiology, neurology, and neuroscience also have graduate faculty appointments in the Rehabilitation Science program. We look forward to exploring opportunities for further expansion to include faculty from family medicine! 

How does the PhD program fit into the overall Division of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science?  

Rehabilitation Science’s expressed mission is to train the next generation of scientists and academics that will go on to teach and advance the science of rehabilitation. Our graduates’ research will be translated into application in the real world, in the clinic or hospital setting. There is significant synergy with the goals and mission of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, with our programs aligning in mission, faculty, and long-term goals. 

Specifically, the PhD program overlaps with physical therapy in research areas related to human performance, human movement, and recovery from injury and disease. But it is important to emphasize that rehabilitation science is not exclusive to physical therapy. Biomedical engineering, exercise science, neuroscience, occupational therapy, physiology, and other areas are represented as well. 

We run the gamut from bench scientists that are looking at things from the cellular and molecular level all the way to human subject research. As our program continues to grow, we are excited about further broadening these research areas to encompass all aspects of the rehabilitation experience.    

What do students choose to study while in the program?  

One highlight of our program is its flexibility. Students have the freedom to choose electives from a variety of different disciplines on campus. We may have a student who is interested in neuro rehab, so they might take courses from Neuroscience. Students who are more interested in psychosocial outcomes might be doing community-based studies out of Public Health.

But the hallmark of what binds all of what our students do is our robust research development and our core curriculum. These are skills that all students need and practice and will stay with them throughout their career. One example is our grant writing course where students are guided through the creation of an NIH F31-style grant proposal based on their research direction. Many students go on to submit these proposals, and students in our program have been fortunate to receive several NIH F31 fellowships. 

We also have a presentation course focused on speaking scientifically yet relating research in layperson terms. We try for a holistic training of the student—that is our broad-based curriculum. Each student then breaks out and goes into sub-curriculum electives that meet their individual needs based on the type of research they're going to be doing.  

Is there anything else that you would like to share about the program?   

We are eager to get the word out about who we are! Our program is relatively small compared to some other PhD graduate programs in the Medical School, but our unique interdisciplinary research and flexible curriculum are likely to be attractive to a wide variety of individuals interested in graduate studies.   

We’re proud of who we’ve become in 25 short years. The evidence is there in terms of our impact. In addition to our success with NIH F31 awards, our students frequently receive institutional awards such as the Graduate School’s Doctoral Dissertation Fellowships. Our trainees are routinely welcomed on training grants and have accepted invitations nationally and internationally to present their work. We may be small, but we take pride in the fact that we are impactful.   

Learn more about the Rehabilitation Science PhD program

Bouvé College of Health Sciences

Khoury college of computer sciences, health informatics.

The Master of Science in Health Informatics prepares students to successfully address the combined clinical, technical, and business needs of health-related professions.

Northeastern’s interdisciplinary Master of Science in Health Informatics program was the first master’s program in the field. Our students graduate with the knowledge of how technology, people, health, and the healthcare system interrelate; the ability to use technology and information management to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes; and the skills to communicate effectively among healthcare practitioners, administrators, and information technology professionals.

The MS in Health Informatics program is a collaboration between the Bouvé College of Health Sciences and the Khoury College of Computer Sciences. The program offers a flexibly designed curriculum for both part-time and full-time students, combining core courses in healthcare systems and management with elective courses that span vital topics across the industry. Students are able to choose classes based on their interests and backgrounds; students from the healthcare industry are introduced to new technologies. An advisory board of industry professionals provides expert guidance in the program’s development and ongoing curricular advancements—the program remains at the leading edge of advances in the industry.

This interdisciplinary master’s degree program is designed for healthcare professionals with limited computing and information technology experience, as well as IT professionals with little knowledge of healthcare environments.

• The  Personal Health Informatics Concentration includes courses such as Creation and Application of Medical Knowledge, Computer/Human Interaction, Biostatistics in Public Health, and completion of a Thesis or Capstone Project.
• Health Informatics (Without Concentration)  requires courses associated with Business Management, Health Informatics, Technical (such as Biostatistics and Public Health), and a Capstone Project.
• The  Health Informatics Analytics Concentration  is offered in conjunction with Northeastern’s College of Engineering , offering electives such as Computational Modeling and Structured Data Analytics for Industrial Engineering, Healthcare Systems Modeling and Analysis, and Data Mining in Engineering. Required coursework include courses associated with Business Management, Health Informatics courses, Technical, and a Capstone Project.

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Unique features.

• This MS program is designed for students with no clinical or technical experience as well as for people with experience in either discipline.
• The program can be completed with no concentration, with a concentration in Health Informatics Analytics or in Personal Health Informatics.
• Flexible course schedules and formats meet the needs of both working professionals and full-time students
• Faculty for this program are senior leaders in the field
• Coursework provides an academic pathway to the PhD in Personal Health Informatics
• Research capstone project allows students to make an active contribution to the field
• Health Informatics program graduates have a nearly 100% job placement within three months of graduation
• The program is STEM certified

Program Objectives

• Understand how information technology, people, health, and the healthcare system interrelate
• Use information technology and information management concepts and methods to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes
• Communicate effectively among healthcare practitioners, administrators, and IT professionals, and understand each group’s needs and constraints

Career Outlook

Health informatics is a rapidly evolving field—one in which jobs are projected to grow by 23% into 2020. As the healthcare system evolves, the ability to integrate technology into patient care is becoming increasingly imperative, creating great demand for professionals with knowledge of health sciences, computer science, and information technology. Northeastern’s MS in Health Informatics graduates have gone on to hold positions as clinical, data, business, technical, application, and security analysts, as project managers, and as CIOs, CMIOs, and directors of many prominent companies. Recent graduates hold positions at Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare, Partners Healthcare, Beth Israel, Tufts Medical Center, Lawrence General Hospital, Humedica, and Verisk Analytics.

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A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern—a top-ranked university—can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and hands-on professional experience in the area of your interest. Apply now—and take your career to the next level.

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Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.

How to Apply Learn more about the application process and requirements.

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• Online application and fee
• Unofficial undergraduate/graduate transcripts; (you can submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended at the time of admission)
• Statement of purpose that should include career goals and expected outcomes and benefits from the program
• Recent professional resumé listing detailed position responsibilities
• Three confidential letters of recommendation
• Official TOEFL or IELTS examination scores (international students only)

International students are required to submit official transcripts to  World Education Services  for credentialing. Once you have received verification of your degree and transcript from WES, please forward to the address below.

Send all supplemental application materials to:

If you are mailing  from outside the U.S.,  please send your documents to:

Northeastern University Bouvé College of Health Sciences Applicant ID: XXXXXXX (insert your applicant ID number) Graduate Application Documents 360 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA 02115 USA

If you are mailing  from inside the U.S. , please send your documents to:

Northeastern University Bouvé College of Health Sciences Applicant ID: XXXXXXX (insert your applicant ID number) Graduate Application Processing Center P.O. Box 1434 Portsmouth, NH 03802 USA

Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.

Admissions Details Learn more about the Bouvé College of Health Sciences admissions process, policies, and required materials.

Admissions Dates

Applicants must submit the online application and all required admission materials no later than the stated deadlines to be considered for admission. Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis.

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Co-op makes the Northeastern graduate education richer and more meaningful. It provides master’s students with up to 12 months of professional experience that helps them develop the knowledge, awareness, perspective, and confidence to develop rich careers. In addition to the esteemed faculty, many students enroll in the master’s programs largely because of the successful co-op program.

Graduate students typically have an experiential work opportunity following their second semester. This could be a six- to eight-month co-op or a three- to four-month summer internship. Those who initially experience co-op may have the opportunity to seek an internship for the following summer, or vice versa.

Student participation in experiential education provides enhanced:

• Maturity, responsibility, and self-knowledge
• Technical expertise
• Occupational information
• Job seeking and job success skills
• Networking opportunities with those in desired career paths

Northeastern’s co-op program is based on a unique educational strategy which recognizes that classroom learning only provides some of the skills students will need to succeed in their professional lives. Our administration, faculty, and staff are dedicated to the university’s mission to “educate students for a life of fulfillment and accomplishment.” Co-op is closely integrated with our course curriculum and our advising system. The team of graduate co-op faculty within the Khoury College of Computer Sciences provides support for students in preparing for and succeeding on their co-ops.

These multiple connections make co-op at Northeastern an avenue to intellectual and personal growth: adding depth to classroom studies, providing exposure to career paths and opportunities, and developing in students a deeper understanding that leads to success in today’s world.

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By enrolling in Northeastern, you’ll gain access to students at 13 campus locations, 300,000+ alumni, and 3,000 employer partners worldwide. Our global university system provides students unique opportunities to think locally and act globally while serving as a platform for scaling ideas, talent, and solutions.

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Pharmaceutical sciences faculty receives Excellence in Graduate Student Mentoring Award

College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions faculty member Joshua Reineke is the latest recipient of the South Dakota State University Excellence in Graduate Student Mentoring Award. 

Reineke was named recipient of the award at the 2024 Celebration of Faculty Excellence in February. 

Reineke is an associate professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, teaching in both the pharmacy professional program and the pharmaceutical sciences graduate program in the areas of pharmacokinetics, drug delivery and polymer science and coordinating the graduate student seminar course and department seminar series. Reineke is also director of the Haarberg 3D Research Center. 

Reineke mentors graduate students in the pharmaceutical sciences programs, including Cindy Venegas Mata. Venegas Mata is a student in the pharmaceutical sciences Ph.D. program. 

“Dr. Reineke has been the consistent positive light in my Ph.D. journey,” Venegas Mata said. 

She noted that with Reineke as her graduate mentor, she always leaves his office feeling better than when she entered. 

“I believe he is the right person for this award because my experience is not unique,” she continued. “He truly cares about his students’ success in their Ph.D. and always keeps their best interest in mind.” 

The award for Excellence in Graduate Student Mentoring is given out each year to one outstanding graduate student mentor. Last year the award was presented to Darci Fink, an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics.

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Master's degree programs, master of science (m.s.) in environmental and occupational health degree, description of program, degree requirements, special opportunities.

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Environmental and Occupational Health is a research-focused degree, designed to be completed in two years, with either a thesis or a graduate research project that is typically completed during the final year in the program. The M.S. in Environmental and Occupational Health degree will provide graduate students with training in important analytic and technical skills and cutting-edge research methods in environmental and occupational health. Students who graduate from this program will be prepared to enter the job market, where there are a wide range of opportunities in environmental health and related fields. Furthermore, this degree will prepare students to enter advanced graduate programs focused on research in environmental, occupational and other public health disciplines (PhD, DrPH), as well as other health-related academic and professional disciplines (MD, DO, DVM).

A minimum of 30 credit hours is required to complete this degree program. A minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) is required for graduation. A minimum grade of C is required in each course.

Public Health Foundations Requirement (0 credits) All new master's degree students must complete the Public Health Foundations online course no later than the end of their first semester of graduate study. Complete details and registration information for this course can be found  iu.instructure.com/enroll/MNG3L6

Environmental and Occupational Health Core: (15 credits)

Complete each of the following courses (12 cr.):

• SPH-E 651 Epidemiology (3 cr.)
• SPH-Q 501 Introduction to Statistics in Public Health (or equivalent)
• SPH-V 541 Environmental Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 692 Research in Environmental Health (3 cr.)

Environmental and Occupational Health Electives: (9 credits)

Complete 9 credits from the following courses (15 cr.):

• SPH-V 542 Principles of Toxicology (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 545 Exposure Assessment and Control (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 546 Risk Assessment, Policy, and Toxic Regulations (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 522 Global Environmental Health Issues (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 548 Environmental and Occupational Epidemiology (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 549 Public Health Biology (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 532 Foundations of Global Environmental Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 533 Human Health Assessment Methods in Global Settings (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 633 Field Research Methods in Global Environmental Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 635 Interdisciplinary Field Research in Global Environmental Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 691 Readings in Environmental Health
• SPH-V 5__ Other advisor approved Environmental and Occupational Health course at the 500-level or higher (3 cr.)

Required Research Option: (3-6 credits)

Complete one of the following courses:

• SPH-V 599 Masters Thesis (6 cr.)

          OR

• SPH-V 598 Graduate Research Project in Environmental and Occupational Health (3 cr.)

Multidisciplinary Electives: (3-6 credits)

Complete between 3 and 6 credits from the following courses, or from the Environmental and Occupational Health Electives above in addition to the required 9 credits above:

• SPH-E 653 Chronic Disease Epidemiology (3 cr.)
• SPH-E 655 Infectious Disease Epidemiology (3 cr.)
• SPH-E 658 Intermediate Epidemiology (3 cr.)
• SPH-E 659 Intermediate Epidemiological Methods (3 cr.)
• SPH-Q 502 Introduction to Statistics in Public Health (3 cr.)
• SPH-Q 602 Multivariate Statistical Analysis (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 625 Integrated Models for Environmental Health Research (3 cr.)
• SPH-V 650 Special Topics in Environmental Health (3 cr.)
• SPEA-E 536 Environmental Chemistry (3 cr.)
• SPEA-E 539 Aquatic Chemistry (3 cr.)
• SPEA-E 542 Hazardous Materials (3 cr.)
• SPEA-E 543 Environmental Management (3 cr.)
• SPEA-E 552 Environmental Engineering (3 cr.)
• SPEA-E 560 Environmental Risk Analysis (3 cr.)
• SPEA-E 562 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management (3 cr.)
• SPEA-E 564 Organic Pollutant Environmental Chemicals and Fate (3 cr.)
• BIOC-B 501 Integrated Biochemistry (3 cr.)
• BIOC-B 530 Macromolecular Structure/Function (1.5 cr.)
• BIOC-B 531 Biomolecular Analysis/Interact (1.5 cr.)
• BIOC-B 580 Intro to Biochemical Research (3 cr.)
• BIOL-M 550 Microbiology (3 cr.)
• EAS-G 576 Climate Change Science (3 cr.)
• GEOG-G 535 Environmental Remote Sensing (3 cr.)
• Others courses as approved by the faculty advisor  (3 cr.)

The Department of Environmental and Occupational Health is committed to promoting and protecting the health and well-being of human populations. Our department is comprised of diverse faculty who are engaged in multidisciplinary research, teaching and service in Indiana and globally. The research of faculty within the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health is broadly focused on understanding how environmental risks impact human health. We seek to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge in toxicology, occupational health, and global environmental health to solve environmental health challenges locally and globally.

The M.S. in Environmental and Occupational Health degree will serve both a national and a state labor market need. The job outlook for environmental health scientists and specialists is strong. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates an approximate 11% increase in employment of environmental scientists and specialists from 2014 to 2024 ( bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/environmental-scientists-and-specialists.htm ). The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) estimates an 17.7% increase in jobs for environmental scientists and specialists, and a 16.4% increase in jobs for environmental science and protection technicians between now and 2024.

Students who graduate with an M.S. in Environmental and Occupational Health degree will be prepared to enter the job market where there are a wide range of opportunities. Individuals holding an M.S. in Environmental and Occupational Health degree are employed in virtually every sector of the workforce, including:

• State and local health departments, for example the Indiana State Health Department or Marion County Health Department
• Federal government agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Pharmaceutical and chemical companies such as Cook, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Chevron Corporation, Corteva Agroscience, Dupont, and Eli Lilly
• International agencies and organizations such as the World Health Organization, Pan American Health Organization, United Nations Environment Programme, and World Bank
• Consulting firms
• National and global organizations such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Kaiser Foundation, CARE, Save the Children, UNICEF, and the World Health Organization
• Academia, including medical centers and biomedical research laboratories

The research-intensive M.S. in Environmental and Occupational Health prepares students to enter advanced graduate programs focused on research in environmental, occupational, and other public health disciplines, (Ph.D., Dr.P.H.), environmental science, biology, and health-related professions.

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