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Stritch School of Medicine
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Admissions

Application to the PhD Program

Important Note:  All PhD applicants will apply to the Integrated Program in Biomedical Sciences (IPBS) by following Apply Now and selecting "Integrated Program in Biomedical Sciences PhD.” Applicants are instructed to indicate areas of interest in the Statement of Purpose, which will aid in the evaluation by the Admissions Committee, but have no bearing on acceptance. At the end of the first year, students will select a Dissertation Advisor and associate with one of the following six tracks of study: 

  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 
  • Cell and Molecular Physiology 
  • Integrative Cell Biology 
  • Microbiology and Immunology
  • Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics
  • Neuroscience

Each track of the IPBS will allow some flexibility for interdisciplinary study. Learn more about admissions to the IPBS program.

Application to the MS Program

Students will be selected on the basis of grades, GREs, letters of recommendation, and statement of purpose. Students who show clear evidence of research potential will be given the highest priority for admission. The Admissions Committee will review applications beginning in January and continue until available slots are filled.

Learn more about the MS program.

Application to the PhD Program

Important Note:  All PhD applicants will apply to the Integrated Program in Biomedical Sciences (IPBS) by following Apply Now and selecting "Integrated Program in Biomedical Sciences PhD.” Applicants are instructed to indicate areas of interest in the Statement of Purpose, which will aid in the evaluation by the Admissions Committee, but have no bearing on acceptance. At the end of the first year, students will select a Dissertation Advisor and associate with one of the following six tracks of study: 

  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 
  • Cell and Molecular Physiology 
  • Integrative Cell Biology 
  • Microbiology and Immunology
  • Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics
  • Neuroscience

Each track of the IPBS will allow some flexibility for interdisciplinary study. Learn more about admissions to the IPBS program.

Application to the MS Program

Students will be selected on the basis of grades, GREs, letters of recommendation, and statement of purpose. Students who show clear evidence of research potential will be given the highest priority for admission. The Admissions Committee will review applications beginning in January and continue until available slots are filled.

Learn more about the MS program.