Collaboration and multi-disciplinary partnerships are hallmarks of contemporary science. The state-of-the-art research resources of BCM and the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, provide opportunity for innovation and cross-fertilization of ideas with colleagues at some of the most highly regarded hospitals and research centers in the country.  Situated in Houston, Texas,we are centrally located in the hub of the 4^th largest and the most diverse large metropolitan city in the country!

Degree Programs

We provide the resources, support, mentorship, and education you need to reach your full potential as a scientist, a professional, and an individual.  Explore the Baylor College of Medicine Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences difference:

• 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs, a highly competitive M.D.-Ph.D program., summer undergraduate research (SMART), and Post-Bac (BCM PREP), and Post-Bacc Certificate of Completion Program in Biomedical Sciences and Health Equity.
• Ranked:

-One of the top schools in the country for biological sciences, as well as medicine and health professions by U.S. News & World Report

-1 in Texas and 20th in the nation for research funding from the National Institute of Health (NIH) to medical schools

-12 departments ranked in the top 30 for NIH funding, including the number 1 ranked Department of Human and Molecular Genetics.

-In the top 50 of the World’s Most Innovative Universities by Reuters.

• Ph.D. students receive a competitive stipend of $34,500 support a higher quality of life given Houston's low cost-of-living
• Access to all the research resources of BCM and the TMC as well as dedicated career and student success services.
• No Application fee and NO GRE required for the Ph.D. program application.

Chat with live program representatives throughout the fair, or click here to learn more our programs.

Tuition & Other Financial Information

Our students in the Ph.D. program receive a competitive stipend, a tuition waiver, and health insurance at no cost to the student. The current stipend is $34,500 for Academic Year 2022/23.  Students in the BCM PREP and SMART programs also receive a stipend.

Students in the Post-Bacc Certificate of Completion pay tuition.  You can find tuition and fees for this program here!