Funding

Graduate Biomedical Sciences students are provided competitive funding and numerous additional student benefits. 

• Stipend of $35,719 per year for incoming students
  • Yearly stipend amount increases by $1000 once admitted to candidacy 
  • Yearly cost-of-living increase in stipend support (2%)
• Health insurance provided
  • $3,487 annually (8/15/2026 to 8/14/2027)
• Tuition coverage provided
  • Current approximate cost: $13,203 annually (27 credit hours)
  • $489/credit hour for traditional courses; $588/credit hour for online courses
• Guidance and support through the mentor-selection process
• Professional development resources and opportunities
• TOTAL COMPENSATION: $52,410.00 (+$1000 for candidates)