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The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is renowned for producing the best and the brightest biomedical professionals. Our education provides an extraordinary life experience for our students, as together with our acclaimed faculty, we nurture the future leaders of medicine, science, research, education, and more.

As part of the Mount Sinai Health System, the Graduate School provides an incredible opportunity to leverage the largest health care network in New York for your training and research. In addition to the healthcare industry, our graduates often find exciting career opportunities in academia, pharmaceuticals, finance, and technology.

We offer PhD programs, Master’s degree programs, an MD-PhD program, public health programs, clinical research programs, dual degree and specialty programs, and certification programs. Opportunities for undergraduates and postgraduates interested in furthering their research training are also offered through our Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) and Post Baccalaureate Research Education program (PREP), respectively.

We invite you to envision yourself at the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai conducts a holistic review of applicants, in compliance with the law. Icahn Mount Sinai remains committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Pushing the boundaries of research to have real impact on human disease.

PhD in Neuroscience

Rigorous training in neuroscience research in a supportive setting.

PhD in Clinical Research

Gain a strong didactic foundation through a mentored research experience.

MD-PhD Program

Bridging the best of both worlds for our future physician-scientists.

Master of Science in Biomedical Data Science

Unlock future possibilities through the study of data analysis and research.

Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences

Preparing you for success in an exciting range of scientific fields.

Master of Science in Biostatistics

Providing the didactic training you’ll need for this fast-growing profession.

Master of Science in Clinical Research

Providing the knowledge you’ll need to launch a career in clinical research.

Master of Science in Epidemiology

Discover how to apply research to address complex public health problems.

Master of Science in Genetic Counseling

Explore the engaging challenges and opportunities of genetic counseling.

Master of Health Administration

Learn how healthcare organizations navigate many needs all at once.

Master of Public Health

Find out how to build strong partnerships with patient communities.

MD/MPH

Earn your Master of Public Health while working toward your MD.

MSW/MPH

Address local and global health issues through solutions and prevention.

DPM/MPH

Our comprehensive education in podiatry and public health.

MD/MSCR PORTAL Program

Learn how to lead as a physician-scientist in translational clinical research.

Summer Undergraduate Research Program

Offering a wide array of research opportunities for motivated undergraduates.

Post-Baccalaureate Research Program

Hone your essential laboratory research skills within a supportive setting.

Advanced Certificate in Public Health

Foundational training in public health for practitioners and researchers.

Clinical Research Training Program

Develop your specific scientific interests in our one-year program.

Physician Scholars Program

Integrating clinical residency/fellowship education with PhD research training.
Brian J. Nickerson

Brian J. Nickerson, PhD, JD

“At the Graduate School, you will have a unique opportunity to learn directly from top-funded researchers and exceptional professionals who are actually spearheading our scientific innovation, translational work, and exceptional medical care. Simply put, the depth of knowledge and experts you can access here, you can not find anywhere else.” 

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Brian J. Nickerson, PhD, JD

“At the Graduate School, you will have a unique opportunity to learn directly from top-funded researchers and exceptional professionals who are actually spearheading our scientific innovation, translational work, and exceptional medical care. Simply put, the depth of knowledge and experts you can access here, you can not find anywhere else.” 

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Marta Filizola, PhD

Dean of the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

 

“The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is a place where we embrace groundbreaking ideas and support our students in making transformative scientific discoveries that ultimately improve human health and make an impact in the world.”

Brian J. Nickerson

Brian J. Nickerson, PhD, JD

“At the Graduate School, you will have a unique opportunity to learn directly from top-funded researchers and exceptional professionals who are actually spearheading our scientific innovation, translational work, and exceptional medical care. Simply put, the depth of knowledge and experts you can access here, you can not find anywhere else.” 

Marta Filizola

Marta Filizola, PhD

Dean of the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

 

“The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is a place where we embrace groundbreaking ideas and support our students in making transformative scientific discoveries that ultimately improve human health and make an impact in the world.”

Christopher Panebianco

Christopher Panebianco

Alumnus, PhD in Biomedical Sciences

 

“Many institutions claim to be collaborative, but Mount Sinai is truly a model for collaborative research and learning. The individuals who make up this amazing community work very hard on diverse projects and don’t shy away from novel collaborations to push scientific boundaries.”

The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

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