Students participate in a minimum of three laboratory rotations to experience different research areas. Student research seminars and seminars by distinguished scientists enhance the educational experience. One beneficial aspect of this program is the affiliation of the participating faculty members with a number of research centers, each uniquely equipped and staffed. Advanced facilities are also available for membrane biophysics and for NMR and fluorescence spectroscopy and imaging. All students enrolled in the program receive full tuition scholarships, health insurance coverage, and a stipend, which is periodically reviewed and increased to keep up with inflation.
Separate offices provide assistance to students with financial hardships.
Cost of Study As noted above, tuition costs are met for qualified students. Two residence halls, adjacent to the College, offer moderately priced, fully furnished rooms and apartments. There are numerous apartment complexes located very close to the Texas Medical Center. Students frequently bike or walk to campus from these apartments. The cost of living in Houston is less than in most major U.S. cities.