Admissions
Thank you for your interest in graduate study at the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. We focus on training in biological research centered on the critical disease questions confronting our world today. Our graduate programs provide a variety of outstanding training environments responsive to the interests of a diverse population of students. We offer students a tradition of excellence in research.
Learn More About our Programs
GSBS offers a range of programs designed to provide opportunities for students interested in furthering their careers in biomedical sciences. PhD, MS and Certificate programs are available as are opportunities for undergraduates seeking to prepare for advanced biomedical training.
Students are mentored by faculty members in research areas including infectious disease, neuroscience, inflammation, cancer, and clinical and translational science. They receive an integrated education, including career development and experiential learning, and are part of a vibrant, student-focused academic community.
Finances
Learn more about tuition costs, stipends, fellowships, and student loans for GSBS graduate degree programs.
Admissions FAQs
Check our FAQ page for answers to some common questions. If you need other information, contact us via email
Visiting Our Campus
Most programs conduct interviews during admissions season that provide an opportunity to visit our campus. If you are in the area and would like to visit, please contact a representative of the program in which you are interested.
Application Deadlines for Degree Programs
| Program | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| MD/PhD AMCAS Application | November 1 |
| MD/PhD Tufts University School of Medicine Secondary Application | January 15 |
| Basic Science Division PhD Programs | December 1 |
| Clinical & Translational Sciences MS and PhD Programs | May 1 |
| MS in Pharmacology & Drug Development (Students who need a visa) | May 1 |
| MS in Pharmacology & Drug Development (Students who do not need a visa) | July 15 |
Application Deadlines for Non-Degree Programs
| Program | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Pathway to the PhD (P2P) | October 31 |
| Building Diversity in Biomedical Sciences (BDBS) | February 1 |
| Tufts IRACDA | February 1 |
| Post-baccalaureate Research Program (Tufts PREP) | March 1 |
| Clinical & Translational Sciences Certificate | May 1 |
| Online Certificate Program in Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) | August 15 |