MS Biomedical Sciences Admissions | Icahn School of Medicine

GRADUATE EDUCATION ADMISSIONS

MS Biomedical Sciences

If you aspire to pursue competitive biomedical programs such as MD, PhD, or MD-PhD, or advance your career into leadership roles as clinical lab managers, consultants, research scientists, or associates in biotech, pharma, or clinical settings, our Master of Science in Biomedical Science program is an excellent choice. Offered by the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, part of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, you'll work alongside renowned researchers and educators while gaining access to the largest healthcare network in New York City.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in science (or a related discipline with adequate science coursework and research experience) from an accredited university or college. Specific requirements include:

Coursework: At least one year of biology and general chemistry.
Research Experience: A minimum of three months in translational, computational, or basic science research.

To apply, please submit the following:

A completed application.
A personal statement and a description of your research experience.
Three letters of recommendation.
Optional: GRE or MCAT scores as evidence of academic preparedness.
Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate programs attended.
A current resume or CV.

Admissions Office Address:
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
One Gustave L. Levy Place, Box 1002
New York, NY 10029

Application Deadlines and Decisions

Applications open in mid-August for enrollment the following year.

Priority deadline: February 15
Final deadline: June 1

Successful applicants will receive access to an online enrollment portal upon admission.

International Applicants

MSBS is a diverse and vibrant international program with over 20% of our students hailing from a variety of countries across the globe. We welcome applications from qualified individuals worldwide. Applicants from foreign institutions equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree are encouraged to apply. Specific requirements include:

English Proficiency:

TOEFL (minimum score: 100) or IELTS (minimum score: 7.5) for non-native English speakers without a degree from an English-speaking institution.
Test scores must be sent directly to our admissions office.

Transcript Evaluation:

International transcripts must be evaluated and translated by SpanTran, World Education Services (WES), or another NACES-approved service. SpanTran offers a discounted rate for Icahn School of Medicine applicants through a customized application: SpanTran Application - Icahn School of Medicine.

Tuition and Financial Aid

The program requires 36 credits for graduation, with tuition set at $1,800 per credit (subject to annual adjustments).

U.S. citizens or eligible residents may apply for federal financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Financial aid options include: