Application Process

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in the biological sciences or a related discipline (e.g., chemistry, engineering, physics). Although there are no prerequisites, most applicants have taken courses in general biology, cell/molecular biology, calculus, general physics, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and biochemistry.

Competitive candidates will have the following:

• Excellent academic record (minimum overall cumulative GPA = 3.0). The average GPA of registrants is 3.6, with top grades in science courses.
• Research experience in a wet laboratory setting. A minimum of 1,000 hours of lab experience is expected. Computer-based research is acceptable for students with strong interests in bioinformatics.
• Evidence of research productivity such as scientific presentations at regional or national conferences, or co-authorship in a peer-reviewed journal of national or international reach. " Delete fourth bullet point. Replace last bullet point with "Motivation to pursue state-of-the-art biomedical research and long-term plans for a biomedical career within academic, for-profit, nonprofit or government sectors of the economy.
• Co-authorship in peer-reviewed biomedical journals.
• Co-authorship in a peer-reviewed journal is expected for all foreign applicants.
• Strong letters of recommendation from science mentors who can evaluate the applicant’s motivations and research potential.
• Motivation to pursue state-of-the-art biomedical research and long-term plans for a career within the biomedical workforce. 

Date	Deadline
December 1st	Application Deadline. Late applications may be considered if space permits.
December - February	Application Review
January - February	Virtual Interviews
February - March	Selected Applicants Visit the Miller School of Medicine
March	Acceptance & Rejection Letters Sent to Applicants
April 15th	National Commitment Deadline*

*The University of Miami is a signatory to the Council of Graduate Schools April 15th Resolution. The Resolution provides applicants until April 15 to consider offers of admission that also include financial support.

Applications must be submitted via our application portal. We do not require standardized tests such as the GRE or GMAT. However, English proficiency tests are required for non-native speakers. Transcript requirements, acceptable English proficiency tests, and all other relevant policies are described within the application portal. Please carefully review the instructions provided within the portal before contacting staff members. Creating an account and reviewing the application instructions is free; the application fee (currently $85 USD) is only due upon submission.