Overview

About the program

The program in Biomedical Sciences at Boston University 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.

The degree granting Programs within PiBS are:

Biochemistry
Biophysics
Genetics & Genomics
Microbiology
Molecular & Translational Medicine
Nutrition & Metabolism
Orofacial & Skeletal Biology
Pathology
Physiology

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Protein structure, catalysis & interaction
Structure and Function of the Genome
Architecture & Dynamics of the Cell
Mechanisms of Cell Communication
Translational Genetics and Genomics
Molecular Metabolism
Physiology of Specialized Cells
Professional Development Skills
Critical Thinking in Biomedical Research
Professional Presentation Skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

64 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biomedical Science View 90 other PhDs in Biomedical Science in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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120

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed all requirements for a baccalaureate degree
Three letters of recommendation
An unofficial, English transcript of each college or university attended
Structured personal statement (1000 words total)

Tuition Fee

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International

69806 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 69806 USD per year during 60 months.
National

69806 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 69806 USD per year during 60 months.
In-State

69806 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 69806 USD per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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