Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is recognized as a center of excellence in training a diverse biomedical research workforce. We seek students who have strong background in the basic sciences and prior research experience. Ensure you are prepared and learn more about our submission items and deadlines.
| Timeline | Action |
|---|---|
| Sept. 1 - Dec. 4 | Application window |
| Dec. 4 | Applications with missing application materials are sent declination letters. |
| Dec. 5 - January | Track admissions committees review completed applications. |
Review the academic prerequisites for students applying for admission to the Ph.D. Program at Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.
Your application and all supporting documentation must be received between Sept. 1 through Dec. 4, including letters of recommendation.
There is no application fee for applying to our Ph.D. program.
You can only apply to one research track of interest for each admission cycle. Applicants selected for the program may have the opportunity to do research in any Mayo Clinic research lab regardless of track choice.
When you apply to the program you need to select a location where you plan to study: Jacksonville, Florida; Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona; or Rochester, Minnesota. Please note: if you are appointed to the program, a campus change is allowed if the research lab you ultimately select after the required lab rotations is on a different campus.
Application will only be available between Sept. 1 - Dec. 4, 2024.
Complete all of the following steps to apply:
The following items, including all letters of recommendation, must be received by the application deadline of Dec. 4 within the Supplemental Items and Documents area of the application. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
A total of three letters of recommendation are required. Letters of recommendation sent directly to the school are not accepted. Letter writers must submit their letter of recommendation and rating form via a link received from the application portal. All letters of recommendation must be received by the application deadline or the application will be marked incomplete and will not be reviewed.
Within the application portal under "Supplemental Items and Documents" in the Recommendation Requests section, you will enter the email address of your letter writers. They will receive an email with a link to complete a rating form and upload their letter of recommendation. Do not delay. Late letter submissions will not be accepted.
Your CV/resume should include:
Your personal statement should be one-to-two pages in length, single-spaced.
Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who are non-native English speakers (see international applicant information).
Required English language proficiency documents must be uploaded in application portal by Dec. 4, 2024 (late submissions not accepted).
Our Ph.D. program prepares students to translate scientific discoveries into applications that improve patient care. This requires a wide range of skills, aptitudes, and characteristics. Along with the basic set of prerequisites, the track admissions committees take a holistic approach to admissions; meaning, they take into consideration the many factors that make up an applicant. These acceptance factors include:
Interviews allow us to meet the applicants we have read so much about! These interviews also allow applicants to meet the admissions committee members, current students, and some of their potential classmates. We are happy to answer all your questions and look forward to meeting you.
Completed application review by track committees will begin on Dec. 5, 2024. Each track's admissions committee reviews completed applications and selects qualified applicants for interviews.
Applicants residing in the U.S.: In-person interviews are offered to selected applicants residing in the U.S., alternative virtual interviews may be offered. If invited to an in-person interview, you will receive campus-specific information via email.
Applicants residing outside the U.S.: Virtual interview will be offered to selected applicants residing outside the U.S.
Interview invitations are emailed December through January and are conducted from January through February. These time frames are subject to change.
If selected applicants are unable to make it to an in-person interview, alternative options will be discussed. Financial assistance (airfare and hotel) will be provided to applicants residing within the U.S. and U.S. territories.
Applicants invited to an in-person interview will participate in:
The track admissions committees deliberate on applicant interviews and initial appointment letters will be emailed to candidates. See applicant review timeline.
Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is recognized as a center of excellence in training a diverse biomedical research workforce.
Academics ▸ Biomedical Research Training ▸ Ph.D. Program ▸ AdmissionsApply between Sept. 1 and Dec. 4 for the following academic year.
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