PhD Biomedical Sciences at University of North Dakota

Programme overview

Bridge the gap between the laboratory bench and the patient's bedside by preparing for a career in biomedical research. Investigate and explore the processes that govern the functioning of molecules, cells, and organisms in health and disease through a Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. Our researchers delve deep into these topics to produce internationally recognized research that impacts the world.

What you will study

Students seeking the Ph.D. degree in the Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program must satisfy all general requirements set forth by the School of Graduate Studies as well as particular requirements set forth by the Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program.In addition to course work, the Ph.D. Required courses include BIMD 501 Scientific Discovery I; BIMD 502 Scientific Discovery II; BIMD 510 Basic Biomedical Statistics (fulfills the scholarly tool requirement); BIMD 516 Responsible Conduct of Research; BIMD 518 Grant Writing; BIMD 590 Research.

Career pathways

Biomedical scientists with a Ph.D. are known for having a very high job demand and low unemployment rates. Most Biomedical Sciences doctoral students go on to conduct research in academic environments but others join companies and organizations that lean on their research and experience.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The applicant must meet the School of Graduate Studies’ current minimum general admission requirements as published in the graduate catalog. Completion of a four-year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized college or university as described in the UND Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Catalog.Exceptions must be approved by the Dean of the School of Graduate Studies. Coursework:Admission into the Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program is dependent upon the applicant’s demonstration of effective academic skills and appropriate undergraduate training.Ideally, the applicant will have completed the following coursework: General Biology with laboratory General Chemistry with laboratory Organic Chemistry with laboratory Physics with laboratory Biochemistry or equivalent Calculus Advanced undergraduate coursework in at least one of the following areas:molecular biology, cell/developmental biology, genetics, neuroscience, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, anatomy, or physiology. 3. Applicants must have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0/4.0.

Domestic applicants: USD 13,441 a year (2026-27). North Dakota resident rate. On-campus tuition for 2026/2027 as shown in the programme's tuition table (fall and spring semesters, rate band 'Other'); excludes mandatory student fees, housing and books. The same table lists Minnesota residents $17,070.48 a Source

International applicants: USD 26,882 a year (2026-27). International student rate. On-campus tuition for 2026/2027 as shown in the programme's tuition table (fall and spring semesters, rate band 'Other'); excludes mandatory student fees, housing and books. Source

Terms run Fall (August-December), Spring (January-May) and Summer (May-August).

Graduate applications go through the UND admissions application with a $35 non-refundable fee (no waivers); each graduate program sets its own deadline, listed in the Program Finder.

International graduate applicants: Fall May 1, Spring Sept. 1, Summer Feb. 1, unless the program sets a specific deadline. Application fee $35.

Apply through the official page: https://und.edu/admissions/graduate/apply.html

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