Overview

Applicants for The University of Texas at San Antonio's South Texas Medical Scientist Training program should have a passion for biomedical investigation as well as the desire to translate those biomedical discoveries into medical advances.

The STX-MSTP is an NIH-designated Medical Scientist Training Program (dual degree MD/PhD Program). The goals of the MSTP are to support the training of physician-scientists who will:

Provide the highest level of clinical care.
Conduct innovative and translational biomedical research.
Function as clinical and scientific leaders addressing the growing health challenges in America.
Practice safe and rigorous mentorship in research and medical training environments.

Funding

The STX-MSTP covers the following expenses for a student's duration in the program:

Annual stipend of $35,000
Tuition and fees for both Medical and Graduate School
Health insurance
Required materials and tests (I.e. USMLE)

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Summer lab rotation
Qualifying exam
Clinical elective
Clerkships
Clinical and Research electives

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

More details

If you want also to be considered for admissions into the M.D. program at UT School of Medicine San Antonio using the TMDSAS application by October 1.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Antonio, United States

Disciplines

Medicine View 145 other PhDs in Medicine 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The STX-MSTP seeks individuals who have demonstrated a passion for biomedical research. This passion must be described clearly in the M.D./Ph.D. essay portion of the application.
Sustained inquiry and investigation within a biomedical laboratory for a minimum of one year is preferred.
Presentations and/or publications are not necessary but they improve the quality of an application.
Some clinical shadowing experience is needed to develop an informed reflection that leads to the determination for pursuing a clinical degree.
At least three letters of recommendation are recommended. LORs should express your potential as a physician scientist. Letters from research mentors (P.I.s) are most valuable.
MD/PhD programs are very competitive requiring high academic standards.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

5460 USD / year

≈ 5460 USD / year
Out-of-State

5460 USD / year

≈ 5460 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

600 USD / year

≈ 600 USD / year

Living costs

San Antonio

United States

972 - 1507 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

San Antonio

Funding

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