Admissions Requirements

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis. The department does not admit students to a master's program. In addition to the Graduate College requirements, applicants must meet the following minimum program requirements:

Baccalaureate Degree: No restrictions. Prior academic work should include chemistry, biology, physics and math. Biochemistry and physiology are also helpful.

Grade Point Average: Minimum 2.75 out of 4.00 (3.0 or above preferred).

Tests Required: GRE general. Preference is given to the applicants with percentile ranking above 65% on the verbal, quantitative and analytical writing sections of the GRE.

Minimum TOEFL Scores: 213 (computer-based test); Reading 19, Speaking 20, Listening 17, Writing 21, Total 80 (iBT); 550 (paper-based test)

Minimum IELTS Scores: Listening 6.0; Writing 6.0; Reading 6.0; Speaking 6.0; Total Score : 6.5

Letters of Recommendation: Please submit three (3) letters of recommendation, which should be on the author's letterhead.

Personal Statement: Required. Applicants will provide a written statement communicating their interests and aptitudes in biomedical sciences at large and any special interest they may have in becoming part of the GEMS PhD program. The statement should articulate the applicant’s goals as they relate to biomedical research. An applicant’s previous research experience is often an important component, which is given particularly high consideration in the evaluation process. A brief description of those experiences and how they relate to the applicant’s interest in the GEMS PhD program is encourages, if applicable

Interview and Visit to Department: Qualified candidates will be invited to interviews arranged in conjunction with the GEMS program.