Translational Biomedical Sciences, Ph.D. at Georgia State University

Programme overview

Key areas of educational and research focus will be complemented by cross-training in business and entrepreneurship to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of how to take discoveries from the "bench to the bedside." A signature, interdisciplinary curriculum with a focus on professional development

Faculty: Institute for Biomedical Sciences | Duration: Minimum of 110 credit hours, about 4-5 years to degree completion. | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall Early Decision Deadline: November 1 Fall Final Deadline: March 1 Spring/Summer: Does not admit | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

The Ph.D. core curriculum will provide students with a fundamental knowledge of cutting-edge biomedical science combined with an understanding of how to practically apply this knowledge to research and the business world. The program requires a minimum 110 credit hours usually completed over 4-5 years. Required Core Courses – 28 hours Elective Courses – 12 hours Required Research – 70+ hours *Some required core courses for this program may include a prerequisite course requirement. These prerequisite requirements may be waived with proof of relevant coursework or lab experience.

Career pathways

Specialist (ecologist, pollution control, bioinformatician) As of Spring 2026, 65% of Ph.D. graduates have secured employment within the biomedical science industry upon graduation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A conferred bachelor’s degree is the only requirement for applicants interested in applying for the doctoral program. How will you evaluate my application? Our admissions committee reviews each candidate’s entire application and weighs each piece equally, which we call a holistic review. We don’t eliminate applicants based solely on test scores or GPA. Students with lower GPAs can bolster their application by using their personal statement to explain why they earned the grades they did, including a resume that describes their research experience, submitting a strong writing sample and having stellar recommendation letters.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate programmes (degree, certificate, non-degree and transient): $50 non-refundable application fee; Executive Doctorate in Business Administration: $100. Deadlines vary by college and programme.

Apply through the official page: https://gradapply.gsu.edu/apply

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