Biomedical Sciences

Program Information:

Program Statement:

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Degrees Offered:

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Master of Science (M.S.)

Area(s) of Specialization: (may appear on ISU transcripts after graduation)

Anatomy (M.S., Ph.D.)
Cell Biology (M.S., Ph.D.)
Pharmacology (M.S., Ph.D.)
Physiology (M.S., Ph.D.)

Learning Goals:

Demonstrate knowldege of anatomical structures, their functions and their regional and systemic relationshiops with one another.
Demonstrate knowledge of physiological systems, their regulation and, the fuctional units of organs and their microscopic anatomy.
Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacological principles, classes of therapeutic molecules and how they regulate cellular processes.
Demonstrate knowldege of subcellular components, their cellular function and their role in disease processes.
Form testable hypothesis and articulate research objectives that further scientific knowledge in the field.
Clearly and accurately communicate research findings orally and in writing.

How long does it take to earn a degree?

Median time to earn the doctorate: 5.8 years (Methods)
Median time to earn the master’s: 0.8 year (Methods)

Program Contact:

Contact: Caitlin Trom
Phone: 515-294-2440
E-mail Address:

Mailing Address:

Graduate Program Coordinator
Biomedical Sciences
2008 College of Vet Med
1800 Christensen Drive
Ames, IA 50011-1250

Admission Requirements:

Graduate College Requirements:

4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
Academic Records/Transcripts
Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
Proof of English Proficiency.

Program Specific Requirements:

Program Requires GRE: No
Program Requires GMAT: No
Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No

International Requirements:

Financial Statement: Application

English Proficiency Minimum:

TOEFL Paper (PBT)	550
TOEFL Internet (iBT)	79
IELTS	6.5
PTE	53
Duolingo (approved through spring 2025)	105

Application Information:

Application Deadlines:

Applications for the 1-year MS program are accepted on a rolling basis, with no strict application deadline. February 1 for full consideration for MS/PhD fall assistantships. Applications accepted year round if funding is available.

Application Details:

This program is open to domestic and international students.

Application Instructions

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