MD-PhD Degree Programs by State
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Combined MD-PhD degree programs provide students the opportunity to earn both the MD and the PhD in areas pertinent to medicine.
Combined MD-PhD degree programs provide students the opportunity to earn both the MD and the PhD in areas pertinent to medicine. Below is a list of schools offering a combined MD-PhD degree, with links to their web sites. Please contact the institutions directly for curriculum information and admission requirements. School administrators may contact [email protected] with any omissions or corrections to this listing.
University of Alabama School of Medicine Birmingham, Ala.
University of South Alabama College of Medicine Mobile, Ala.
University of Arizona College of Medicine Tucson, Ariz.
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Phoenix, Ariz.
University of Arkansas College of Medicine Little Rock, Ark.
Loma Linda University School of Medicine Loma Linda, Calif.
Stanford University School of Medicine Stanford, Calif.
University of California, Davis School of Medicine Davis, Calif.
University of California, Irvine School of Medicine Irvine, Calif.
University of California, Los Angeles School of Medicine Los Angeles, Calif.
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine La Jolla, Calif.
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine San Francisco, Calif.
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California Los Angeles, Calif.
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center Denver, Colo.
Connecticut
University of Connecticut School of Medicine Farmington, Conn.
Yale University School of Medicine New Haven, Conn.
District of Columbia
Georgetown University School of Medicine Washington, D.C.
Howard University College of Medicine Washington, D.C.
University of Florida College of Medicine Gainesville, Fla.
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Miami, Fla.
University of South Florida College of Medicine Tampa, Fla.
Emory University School of Medicine Atlanta, Ga.
Medical College of Georgia Augusta, Ga.
Morehouse School of Medicine Atlanta, Ga.
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University Augusta, Ga.
Loyola University of Chicago - Stritch School of Medicine Maywood, Ill.
Northwestern University Medical School Chicago, Ill.
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - Chicago Medical School North Chicago, Ill.
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine (MTSP) Chicago, Ill.
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine (MD/PhD) Chicago, Ill.
University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine Chicago, Ill.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Carle Illinois College of Medicine Urbana, Ill.
Indiana University School of Medicine Indianapolis, Ind.
University of Iowa College of Medicine Iowa City, Iowa
University of Kansas School of Medicine Kansas City, Kan.
University of Kentucky College of Medicine Lexington, Ky.
University of Louisville School of Medicine Louisville, Ky.
Louisiana State University, New Orleans School of Medicine New Orleans, La.
Louisiana State University, Shreveport School of Medicine Shreveport, La.
Tulane University School of Medicine New Orleans, La.
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Baltimore, Md.
National Institutes of Health Intramural MD-PhD Partnership Bethesda, Md.
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Bethesda, Md.
University of Maryland at Baltimore School of Medicine Baltimore, Md.
Massachusetts
Boston University School of Medicine Boston, Mass.
Harvard Medical School Boston, Mass.
Tufts University School of Medicine Boston, Mass.
University of Massachusetts Medical School Worcester, Mass.
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine East Lansing, Mich.
University of Michigan Medical School Ann Arbor, Mich.
Wayne State University School of Medicine Detroit, Mich.
Mayo Medical School Rochester, Minn.
University of Minnesota Medical School Minneapolis, Minn.
Mississippi
University of Mississippi School of Medicine Jackson, Miss.
Saint Louis University School of Medicine St. Louis, Mo.
University of Missouri - Columbia School of Medicine Columbia, Mo.
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine Kansas City, Mo.
Washington University School of Medicine St. Louis, Mo.
Creighton University School of Medicine Omaha, Neb.
University of Nebraska College of Medicine Omaha, Neb.
University of Nevada School of Medicine Reno, Nev.
New Hampshire
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth Hanover, N.H.
Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School Newark, N.J.
Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Piscataway, N.J.
University of New Mexico School of Medicine Albuquerque, N.M.
Albany Medical College Albany, N.Y.
Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University Bronx, N.Y.
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons New York, N.Y.
Hofstra North Shore - LIJ School of Medicine Hempstead, N.Y.
Weill Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering Tri-Institutional MD/PhD Program New York, N.Y.
Mount Sinai School of Medicine New York, N.Y.
New York Medical College Valhalla, N.Y.
New York University School of Medicine New York, N.Y.
SUNY at Buffalo School of Medicine Buffalo, N.Y.
SUNY at Stony Brook Health Sciences Center Stony Brook, N.Y.
SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine Brooklyn, N.Y.
SUNY Upstate Medical University Syracuse, N.Y.
University of Rochester School of Medicine Rochester, N.Y.
North Carolina
Wake Forest School of Medicine Winston-Salem, N.C.
Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University Greenville, N.C.
Duke University School of Medicine Durham, N.C.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine Chapel Hill, N.C.
North Dakota
University of North Dakota School of Medicine Grand Forks, N.D.
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Cleveland, Ohio
Northeastern Ohio College of Medicine Rootstown, Ohio
Ohio State University College of Medicine Columbus, Ohio
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine Cincinnati, Ohio
University of Toledo College of Medicine Toledo, Ohio
Wright State University School of Medicine Dayton, Ohio
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Oklahoma City, Okla.
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine Portland, Ore.
Pennsylvania
Drexel University College of Medicine Philadelphia, Pa.
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, Pa.
Penn State University College of Medicine Hershey, Pa.
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Philadelphia, Pa.
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Pittsburgh, Pa.
Temple University School of Medicine Philadelphia, Pa.
Rhode Island
Brown University School of Medicine Providence, R.I.
South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, S.C.
University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia, S.C.
South Dakota
University of South Dakota School of Medicine Vermillion, S.D.
East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine Johnson City, Tenn.
Meharry Medical College School of Medicine Nashville, Tenn.
University of Tennessee, Memphis College of Medicine Memphis, Tenn.
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Nashville, Tenn.
Baylor College of Medicine Houston, Texas
McGovern Medical School at UTHealth/MD Anderson Cancer Center/University of Puerto Rico Tri-Institutional Program Houston, Texas
Texas A&M University Health Sciences Center College of Medicine College Station, Texas
Texas Tech University School of Medicine Lubbock, Texas
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Galveston, Texas
University of Texas Health San Antonio, Long School of Medicine San Antonio, Texas
University of Texas, Southwestern Med Center - Dallas Dallas, Texas
University of Utah School of Medicine Salt Lake City, Utah
University of Vermont College of Medicine Burlington, Vt.
Eastern Virginia Medical School Norfolk, Va.
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine Richmond, Va.
University of Virginia School of Medicine Charlottesville, Va.
University of Washington School of Medicine Seattle, Wash.
West Virginia
Marshall University School of Medicine Huntington, W.Va.
West Virginia University School of Medicine Morgantown, W.Va.
Medical College of Wisconsin Milwaukee, Wisc.
University of Wisconsin Medical School Madison, Wisc.
McGill University Faculty of Medicine Montreal, Quebec
McMaster University of Faculty of Health Sciences Hamilton, Ontario
Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Universite de Montreal Faculte de Medecine Montreal, Quebec
Universite de Sherbrooke Faculte de Medecine Sherbrooke, Quebec
Universite Laval Faculte de Medecine Quebec, Quebec
University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Edmonton, Alberta
University of Calgary Faculty of Medicine Calgary, Alberta
University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine Vancouver, British Columbia
University of Manitoba Faculty of Medicine Winnipeg, Manitoba
University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine Toronto, Ontario
University of Western Ontario London, Ontario
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The MD/PhD Program is designed to train students planning careers in academic medicine or biomedical research. Through the collaborative efforts of the College of Medicine and the Graduate College , research-intensive training is pursued through the Clinical Translational Sciences PhD program.
Program Overview
The Clinical Translational Sciences (CTS) Graduate Program is designed to provide a strong foundation in clinical translational sciences for students seeking a flexible training program to earn a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree from the University of Arizona. Research opportunities are available on various subjects and interdisciplinary topics within the Colleges of Medicine, Public Health, Pharmacy and Nursing with faculty on campus and at our partner institutions in Phoenix.
The CTS Program provides the foundation for a research career in the Clinical Translational Sciences by establishing:
- An adequate base knowledge of biostatistics and professional development training.
- Coursework that is related to your clinical interest (e.g. Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Psychiatry, Cardiology, etc.), translational area (e.g., neuroscience, cancer biology, immunology, cardiovascular biology, precision medicine, health disparities, etc.) and/or health-related discipline (e.g. Health Outcomes, Public Health, Pharmacy, Nursing, etc.).
- Experience and training in research, culminating in a major original research project.
- Experience and training in presentation and publication of research findings, preparation of grant applications and teaching.
A Minor Program of Study is also required in a discipline that is relevant to your long-term scholarly goals.
- Sample Plan of Study for Dual Degree MD/PhD in Clinical Translational Sciences (PDF).
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Clinical and Translational Science
Clinical and translational science track, research focus.
across the translational spectrum from discovery to implementation
average amount of time to Ph.D. degree
Guaranteed 5-year internal fellowship
includes full tuition, stipend and benefits
Moving new biomedical discoveries into clinical use as new treatments and cures takes considerable time and resources. A translational scientist is at the forefront of this work, teaming with an integrated group of experts focused on taking knowledge gained through research and translating it for use in health care settings. This bench-to-bedside effort is essential to bridging the gap between basic science and patient care.
The Clinical and Translational Science (CTS) Track within the Ph.D. Program at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Science is built upon Mayo Clinic's extensive interdisciplinary research and medical environment. It prepares you to lead the biomedical research teams of the future that will rapidly translate discoveries to new treatments and change the paradigms of how we conduct biomedical research.
As a graduate of this program, you’ll be able to conduct research leading to meaningful scientific contributions. In addition, you’ll be prepared to change and improve how biomedical research is conceptualized and implemented.
The Clinical and Translational Science Track allows students to personalize their studies in three areas of emphasis:
- Population-based translational science
- Patient-based translational science
- Laboratory-based translational science
A great strength of the Mayo Clinic CTS track is its focus on providing mentored research experiences for each student. The pre-eminent physicians, scientists, and educators who comprise the faculty at Mayo Clinic are available as mentors or co-mentors for students in the track.
All doctoral students in the CTS track have a common core curriculum. Depending on your area of concentration (laboratory-, patient- or population-based translational science), you’ll select your advanced courses from either track courses or graduate school courses in the basic science disciplines.
- Core required courses
- Track required courses
- Introduction to research projects and methodologies used in the laboratories of clinical/translational investigators
- Completion of three research experiences or laboratory rotations, each lasting eight weeks
- Selection of laboratory for thesis research
- Advanced elective courses (areas of interest)
- Research gathering preliminary data for a thesis research project
- Preparation of a thesis proposal in the format of a grant application
- Selection of faculty for the oral qualifying exam committee, followed by defense of the research proposal in the oral exam (to be completed before the end of the fall quarter)
- Written Comprehensive Examination
- Oral Qualifying Examination (presentation of thesis proposal)
- Ongoing workshops/seminars/journal clubs
- Completion of thesis research and any remaining course requirements
- Selection of your Graduate School Thesis Advisory Committee that will evaluate the proposed direction, specific aims, and experimental strategies of your project, as well as meet with you at least twice a year to discuss your research progress
- Works-in-progress presentation of research project
- Final Oral Examination (thesis defense)
I chose the Clinical and Translational Science Track because of the flexibility of the program. Much of your coursework can be whichever topic helps you most for your research, and there are very few restrictions on the principal investigators you can work under. Also, because Mayo provides access to such unique patient populations, I’m able to use a lot of techniques that I wouldn’t be able to at a university or institution.
Kevin Kelly Ph.D. student, Clinical and Translational Science Track
One thing that attracted me to the CTS Track is how supported I felt as a student and the opportunities we have to learn and grow. We’re encouraged to explore career options other than the traditional academic route. I’m interested in translational science, and there have been numerous examples in which discoveries happened at the bench and ended up as clinical trials here at Mayo.
Alaa Koleilat, Ph.D. 2020 graduate of the Ph.D. Program, Clinical and Translational Science Track
Mayo Clinic draws students and patients from all over the world, which creates a unique educational environment. It also emphasize patient needs, which shapes the way that students learn and interact with other professionals. The small class size and primary focus on biomedical sciences contributes to the welcoming, energetic and collaborative environment. The leaders of all the programs I am associated with are clearly invested in my success.
Josiane Joseph M.D.-Ph.D. student, Clinical and Translational Science Track
- "BLOOM: Beta-lactam Optimization and Outcomes Management," Erin Barreto (Mentor: Andrew Rule, M.D.)
- "Differentiating types of dementia using extracellular vesicles," Maria Esperanza Bregendahl (Mentor: Pam J. McLean, Ph.D.)
- "Investigating Sulfatase 2 effects on the tumor microenvironment in hepatobiliary cancers," Tayla Brooks (Mentor: Lewis. R. Roberts, M.B., Ch.B., Ph.D.)
- "Defining racial differences in hedgehog-associated breast cancer risk biomarkers in normal breast biopsies," Jennifer Cabezas (Mentor: Derek Radisky, Ph.D.)
- "Cytokine Mediated Death and Survival in Multiple Myelom," Allison (Allie) Carr (Mentor: Adrian T. Ting, Ph.D.)
- "Peripheral multi-omics biomarkers of Alzheimer’s and related phenotypes," Xuan Chen (Mentor: Nilufer Taner, M.D., Ph.D.)
- "Pulmonary Hypertension Secondary to Left Heart Diseases," Ahmed Fayyaz (Mentor: Margaret M. Redfield, M.D.)
- "Using focused ultrasound (FUS) to enhance the delivery of intravenous umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells (UCMSC) in chronic spinal cord injured rats," Abdul Karim (AK) Ghaith (Mentors: Mohamad Bydon M.D., and Anthony J. Windebank M.D.)
- "The Role of the Endocannabinoid System in Systemic Stress Response in Zebrafish," Robin Heider (Mentor: Karl J. Clark, Ph.D.)
- "Utilizing long-read sequencing to unravel the clinical heterogeneity in motor neuron diseases and undiagnosed genetic disorders," Angita (AJ) Jain (Mentor: Marka M. Van Blitterswijk, M.D., Ph.D.)
- "Unraveling the Immunological Basis of Lobular Involution Stagnation in Breast Cancer Development," Jaida Lue (Mentor: Derek Radisky, Ph.D.)
- "Artificial intelligence derived voice biomarkers for the detection and management of cardiovascular disease," Jaskanwal Deep (Jas) Sara (Mentor: Amir Lerman, M.D.)
- "Characterization of Mitochondrial DNA variations, heteroplasmic levels, and deletion frequency in Pacbio’s continuous long reads," Ngan Tran (Mentor: Owen Ross, Ph.D.
- "Unrefined: Hepatocellular carcinoma and hepatitis burden and potential interventions in x population," Caitlin VanLith (Mentor: Lewis. R. Roberts, M.B., Ch.B., Ph.D.)
- "Data Independent Acquisition of Small Molecule Signatures to Characterize Inborn Errors of Metabolism," Rachel Wurth (Mentor: Devin Oglesbee, Ph.D.)
- "Developing Strategies to address health disparities for first generation regenerative medicine treatments," Mohamed (Mo) Addani (Mentor: Zubin Master, Ph.D.)
- "Utility of Methylated DNA Markers for the Diagnosis of Malignant Pancreatic Biliary Strictures," Matthew Cooley (Mentor: Lewis. R. Roberts, M.B., Ch.B., Ph.D.)
- "Electrical stimulation of hippocampus and amygdala modulates human ventral temporal cortex in distinct ways," Harvey Huang (Mentor: Dora Hermes, Miller Ph.D.)
- "Senolytics and antifibrotic treatment for chronic spinal cord injury," Vagisha Kulsreshtha (Mentors: James Kirkland M.D., Ph.D., and Isobel A. Scarisbrick Ph.D.)
- "HDAC1/OLIG2/STAT5 transcriptional complex facilitates GSC-mediated invasion and tumorigenesis," Auna’y Miller (Mentor: Nhan L. Tran, Ph.D.)
- "Transcriptional adaptation as a possible mechanism underlying amyotrophic lateral sclerosis," Adriana (Adri) Morales Gomez (Mentor: Nathan Staff M.D., Ph.D.)
- "Single Cell Landscape of Infiltrating Immune Cells in Cholangiocarcinoma," Hannah Stumpf (Mentor: Sumera I. Ilyas, M.B.B.S.)
- "Developing a Value-Based Hybrid Care Model for Stroke Patients," Stephanie Zawada (Mentor: Bart M. Demaerschalk, M.D.)
- “Improving Facial Paralysis Surgical Outcomes: Targeting Facial Nerve Regeneration,” Marissa Suchyta (Mentor: Samir Mardini, M.D.)
- “Regenerative Capabilities of Extracellular Vesicles in Myocarditis,” Danielle Beetler (Mentor: DeLisa Fairweather, Ph.D.)
- “Machine Learning-Aided Biomarker Discovery and Precision Genomics for Gallbladder Cancer,” Linsey Jackson (Mentor: Lewis R. Roberts, M.B., Ch.B., Ph.D.)
- “Pathway Discovery in Neurodegenerative Diseases by Integration of Multi-omics Data,” Yuhao (Harry) Min (Mentor: Nilufer Taner, M.D., Ph.D.)
- “Investigating Uterine Fibroids in Women of Color: A Translational Approach,” Minerva Orellana (Mentors: Felicity T. Enders, Ph.D. and Elizabeth (Ebbie) A. Stewart, M.D.)
- “Natural Language Processing Aided Discovery of Adverse Symptoms during Fertility Procedures,” Karen DSouza (Mentor: Megan A. Allyse, Ph.D.)
- “Understanding and Promoting Student Wellbeing Through Social-Emotional Behavioral Programming,” Catherine Knier (Mentor: Dr. Anthony J. Windebank, M.D, and Christopher K. Pierret, Ph.D.)
- “Reducing the Burden of Hepatocellular Carcinoma Among Migrant Populations: Improving Prevention and Outcomes Through Disease Modeling,” Kenneth Valles (Mentor: Lewis R. Roberts, M.B., Ch.B., Ph.D.)
- “Living Systematic Reviews and Guideline Updates in Areas with Rapidly Evolving Evidence,” Irbaz Bin Riaz (Mentor: M. Hassan Murad, M.D.)
- “Sex Differences in Mitochondria During Acute cvb3 Myocarditis,” Damian Di Florio (Mentor: DeLisa Fairweather, Ph.D.)
- “The Role of Convection-Enhanced Delivery for Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma,” Erica Power (Mentor: David J. Daniels, M.D., Ph.D)
- “Subcutaneous Combination Biodevice for the Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes,” Ethan Law (Mentor: Quinn P. Peterson, Ph.D.)
- “Technologies to Enable Closed-loop Neurochemical Control in Deep Brain Stimulation,” Aaron Rusheen (Mentor: Kendall H. Lee, M.D., Ph.D.)
- “Functional Validation in Unsolved Rare Disease Patients as a Method of Providing and Clarifying Diagnosis,” Brad Bowles (Mentor: Karl J. Clark, Ph.D. and Eric W. Klee, Ph.D.)
- “The Role of Glypican-3 Isoforms in the Development of Chimeric Antigen Receptor T Cells for Liver Cancer Therapy,” Aarti Koluri (Mentor: Lewis R. Roberts, M.B., Ch.B., Ph.D.)
- “Clinical Implementation of Tobacco Cessation Treatment among Cancer Patients,” Josh Ohde, Ph.D. (Mentor: David O. Warner, M.D.)
- “Metabolic Abnormalities Associated with Disease Alter Progenitor Cell Function and Precede Tissue Deterioration,” Josiane Joseph (Mentor: Jason D. Doles, Ph.D.)
- “Breast Cancer Mode of Detection Varies by Breast Density and Stage at Diagnosis in Population Based Cohort,” Susanna Basappa (Mentor: Lila J. Rutten, Ph.D.)
Your future
Many graduates of the Clinical and Translational Science Track choose to pursue postdoctoral training regardless of whether they intend to pursue careers in academia or industry. Other students choose to enter advanced training programs, such as genetics fellowships.
Meet the directors
Clinical and translational science is a rapidly developing area of science. Advances in technology and the way we approach and treat diseases or other conditions have set the stage for improved human health.
Our program combines the clinical and scientific resources of Mayo Clinic, where you’ll graduate with an understanding of how research is translated to health care, and ready to carry out research that accelerates medical discoveries into better health.
Felicity Enders, Ph.D.
Clinical and Translational Science Track Director Professor of Biostatistics Phone: 507-538-4970 Email: [email protected] View research interests
Marina Walther-Antonio, Ph.D.
Clinical and Translational Science Track Associate Director Assistant Professor of Surgery Phone: 507-293-7070 Email: [email protected] View research interests
Anthony Windebank, M.D.
Clinical and Translational Science Track TL1 Principal Investigator Professor of Neurology Phone: 507-284-4716 Email: [email protected] View research interests
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Cellular and Molecular Medicine, PhD
School of medicine.
The Graduate Training Program in Cellular and Molecular Medicine prepares scientists for laboratory research at the cellular and molecular level with a direct impact on the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of human diseases. The Ph.D. graduates of the program obtain rigorous training in scientific research and develop a thorough knowledge of human biology and human diseases.
This program grew out of a need for graduate training at the interface between medicine and the traditional basic science disciplines. Rapid progress in cellular and molecular biology has strongly impacted clinical medicine, offering insights about the fundamental causes of many diseases. Translational research—often described as “bench-to-bedside” studies—accelerates the discovery of new treatments directed at the basic mechanisms of disorder and disease. Thus, the goal of this program is to train scientists who will make discoveries in the laboratory that can be applied expeditiously to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. New technology allows scientists to identify genetic and molecular defects causing or predisposing to disease. The trainees in this program are working precisely at this interface between science and medicine to contribute to the long-term well-being of society.
Students will work in well-equipped laboratories of approximately 140 program faculty located throughout the medical school campus. These researchers are supported by many shared facilities including microscopy, molecular biology, and protein chemistry.
Financial Aid
The program is supported by a combination of monies from the Lucille P. Markey Charitable Trust and an NIH training grant. Each student is provided a stipend, health and dental insurance, and tuition throughout their years in the program. The program covers these benefits during the students’ first year; in subsequent years, the research advisor is responsible.
Admission Requirements
The mission of the CMM program is to recruit and train outstanding PhD candidates in translational research. We use a holistic approach in evaluating applicants, to ensure the best fit between our training program and trainees. Evidence of prior research experience is paramount in the admissions process, along with letters from research mentors. A bachelor’s degree from a qualified college or university is required. Applicants are expected to have taken the following courses: biology, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, physics, and calculus. Cell biology and/or biochemistry is recommended. Passage of the TOEFL is required for all students whose undergraduate instruction was conducted in a language other than English. CMM does not require or review GRE scores in the admissions process.
CMM draws from the top of an extremely strong and deep pool of candidates. Although we do not use score cut-offs, the average accepted student has a GPA of 3.71. Our class size varies between 20-24, and includes in addition to PhD candidates, trainees in dual MD/PhD, DVM/PhD programs and Clinical Fellows. Yield on admissions offers is high, ranging from 45-69%, with an average of 55% of offers resulting in acceptance.
The Vivian Thomas Scholars Initiative (VTSI) is dedicated to nurturing, mentoring and connecting the exceptional diverse talent that exists at historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and other minority serving institutions. (MSIs) to STEM graduate education and future leadership in STEM careers. The application for VTSI and the supplemental questions are found within the School of Medicine application for those interested in applying.
GEM (The National Consortium for Graduate Degrees for Minorities in Engineering and Science) award fellowships to eligible students who pursue graduate education in science or engineering. For more information, please visit GEM Fellowship webpage . Prospective fellows apply to GEM and the sponsoring institutions at the same time. Potential candidates must indicate on the JHU application that they have received or are being considered for a GEM Fellowship.
Inquiries regarding admissions should be referred to:
Office of the Graduate Program in Cellular and Molecular Medicine 1830 E. Monument Street, Suite 2-103 Telephone: (410) 614-0391; (410) 614-3640
For questions not addressed on these pages, please email [email protected].
Program Requirements
Students must complete successfully the following courses:
Students are required to take four electives to further broaden their experience in cellular and molecular medicine during the duration of their studies. Mandatory one elective out of the four required must be a Biostatistics course. Rigor and Reproducibility in Research (3R's) principles are integrated throughout the program's coursework. The Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) ethics training taken in year one fulfills a graduation requirement. An Ethics refresher course includes attending several Research Integrity Colloquium lectures each year.
Students are expected to perform research rotations in at least three different laboratories culminating with the selection of a thesis advisor to begin original research leading to their doctoral dissertation. All rotations must be performed in the laboratories of CMM faculty members.
Additionally, the program requires students to actively participate in the OPTIONS Career Curriculum , managed by the Professional Development and Career Office, that provides protected time for students to develop their career goals and prepare for their future. Through interactive workshops, students discover careers of interest, develop career-specific skills and build a professional network while connecting with fellow trainees with similar interests.
A University-mandated Doctor of Philosophy Board Oral Examination must be completed by the end of the second year of study. Annual thesis committee meetings are held until such time as the thesis committee believes the student is ready to write their doctoral dissertation. The dissertation is based on the student’s novel research; a public seminar of thesis work is a graduation requirement.
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The Graduate Training Program in Cellular and Molecular Medicine prepares scientists for laboratory research at the cellular and molecular level with a direct impact on the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of human diseases.