Our Program is offered as a four-semester, full-time, 45-credit (minimum) degree program that consists of both PhD- and MD-level coursework and laboratory research working with world-renowned scientists. You will choose different core curriculum blocks, such as Biomedical Science or Neuroscience, and take a broad range of elective courses covering basic and clinical research, data science, public health, and many more to tailor your education to what best fits your career goals.

This 36-credit degree program offers flexibility through four distinct tracks, ranging from two to four semesters, tailored to meet students' personal needs and professional aspirations.

Program Tracks

Students may select from the following tracks, each designed to support specific career goals:

Track 1: Post-Baccalaureate Pre-doctoral (Pre-PhD or Pre-MD-PhD) (4 semesters)

This full-time, four-semester track prepares students for competitive PhD or MD-PhD programs. It includes a master’s thesis based on original laboratory research and uses a staggered block schedule for focused learning. Students will build foundational knowledge in biomedical sciences while conducting hands-on research in the laboratories of their selected Principal Investigators.

Track 2: Post-Baccalaureate Pre-medical (Pre-MD) (3 semesters)

Designed for students preparing for MD programs, this full-time, three-semester track combines a structured block schedule with a capstone project (a literature-based research report) in lieu of a thesis. Students will benefit from resources to prepare for the MCAT and gain non-curricular experiences at Mount Sinai Hospital, such as clinical shadowing.

Track 3: Industry/Clinical/Professional Development (3–4 semesters)

This flexible track caters to professionals in clinical, educational, or private sectors seeking career advancement. Available in three or four semesters, it features a block schedule and does not require a master’s thesis. It is ideal for those aiming to elevate their skills for higher-ranked, better-paying positions.

Track 4: Accelerated Industry/Clinical/Professional Development (2 semesters)

This fast-paced, two-semester track mirrors Track 3 but in a condensed format. It is designed for professionals seeking skill enhancement within a shorter timeframe, suitable for industry schedules or those transitioning between roles.

Program Concentrations

Students have the option to earn a concentration or specialization notation on their transcript by completing at least six credits in concentration-specific electives and focusing their thesis or capstone project on related topics. Current concentrations include:

• Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies in Medicine (AIET)
• Cancer Biology (CAB)
• Disease Mechanisms and Therapeutics (DMT)
• Development, Regeneration, and Stem Cells (DRS)
• Genetics and Genomics (GGS)
• Immunology (IMM)
• Microbiology (MIC)
• Neuroscience (NEU)
• Health Sciences in Engineering (HSE)

Academic program plans, credit structures, and schedules

All students begin with the same foundational courses to build a strong academic base:

• Fundamentals in Biomedical Sciences Core I: Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
• Fundamentals in Biomedical Sciences Core II: Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
• Fundamentals in Biomedical Sciences Core III: Cell & Developmental Biology
• Fundamentals in Biomedical Sciences Core IV: Neuroscience

These core courses, along with Responsible Conduct in Research and Rigor and Reproducibility, are delivered in a block schedule during the first semester, allowing students to maintain focus and achieve a strong GPA.

Additional required courses include Biostatistics, Concentration-Specific Seminars, and Journal Clubs. Students must also complete 6–8 elective credits and fulfill a research requirement of either 6 or 12 credits, depending on their track:

• Track 1: Completion of a master’s thesis based on original research in one of Mount Sinai's many laboratories

• Tracks 2 - 4: Completion of a capstone project with a comprehensive examination.