The Biomedical Science Program is first-year umbrella program supporting matriculation into any of 7 PhD subprograms including Cancer Biology, Cell & Developmental Biology, Experimental Pathology, Free Radical & Radiation Biology, Molecular Medicine, Molecular Physiology & Biophysics, and Pharmacology. Students earn a PhD degree in Biomedical Science (Name of Subprogram).
PhD in Biomedical Science at The University of Iowa
University Rank:#530
Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeUSD 53,668 / Year
Next IntakeMay 15, 2027
Biomedical Science
The University of Iowa offers the PhD of Biomedical Science as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Iowa City , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for biomedical science and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on May 15, 2027.
About Biomedical Science
Requirements
Entry Requirements
- A U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by the Office of Admissions.
- A minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00, or the foreign equivalent as determined by the Office of Admissions.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 81
Fee Information
Application Fee 80
How to Apply
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Submit your application.
You can apply through the University of Iowa application or the Common Application (fall session only). We make admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning October 1 (International Application deadlines vary depending on your area of study).
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Pay the application fee.
The $80 application fee is non-refundable. No application fee waivers are available unless you will be graduating from a high school inside the U.S.
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Upload your academic records.
Within your Admissions Profile in MyUI, upload copies of all required official transcripts from every secondary school (high school), college, university, technical/vocational institute, or professional institution you have attended.
Examine the Country Specific Admissions Requirement List to learn more about the required credentials and minimum academic standards needed for Admissions. Iowa offers college credit for a variety of exams. -
Meet our English Proficiency Requirement.
See details of our English Proficiency Requirements. If applicable, have the testing agency send us your TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score.
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Have your ACT or SAT scores sent by the testing agency.
Our institution code is 1356 for the ACT; 6681 for the SAT.
ACT or SAT is required if:- You plan to use ACT/SAT to meet the English Proficiency Requirement
- You plan to apply for scholarships (some awards require an ACT or SAT score)
Biomedical Science
The University of Iowa
United States of America, Iowa City