Students enter the Ph.D. program in the fall terms only.
PIBS coordinates first year graduate studies for 11 biomedical Ph.D. programs at the University of Michigan Medical School. This evaluation is based on careful consideration of academic achievement, including success in relevant coursework, scores on the Graduate Record examination, letters of recommendation, any research experience, and a written statement by the Applicant describing educational and career goals. Certain basic requirements, however, are recognized to be essential for productive, scholarly advanced study in this department. These requirements include mathematics through calculus, computer science, genetics, biological chemistry, physics, and inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. Financial support in the form of a monthly stipend for living expenses to all students admitted to the Department's doctoral program.