About Us
WHAT THE BMS PROGRAM HAS TO OFFER
Tulane’s Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences brings together some of the nation’s most talented young people with nationally- and internationally-recognized teachers and researchers: all in the context of a vibrant city replete with opportunities both in and out of the lab and classroom. Located in downtown New Orleans, Tulane's Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences aims to train scientific minds in a collaborative and creative environment.
The program consists of a PhD program and Master's degree programs in Anatomy, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Bioethics and Medical Humanities, Biomedical Informatics, Clinical Research, Medical Genetics and Genomics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Pharmacology and Physiology. The Graduate Program also offers graduate certificates in Sports Medicine, Clinical Ethics, Research Ethics, and Medical Humanities.
PhD candidates graduate with a Biomedical Science degree and may specialize in one of the basic science Master's specialties listed above. The program is organized as an interdisciplinary, interdepartmental, and intercampus program, comprised of faculty actively engaged in biomedical research. The goal of the PhD program is to train scientists in a collaborative scientific community driven by creativity and innovation. Our PhD students can take graduate courses in any department at Tulane. They are mentored by faculty from the Tulane School of Medicine and the Tulane National Regional Primate Research Center. The curriculum is guided by a board of representatives composed of members of each department.
Academic Programs
Tulane School of Medicine emphasizes a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to training future physicians, offering a diverse range of programs that integrate cutting-edge technology, community engagement, and hands-on clinical experience.
Medical (MD) Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program Graduate Medical Education Combined Degrees Continuing Education Aging Studies PhD
Departments, Centers & Institutes
Our diverse departments, centers, and institutes, each contribute significantly to our institution's academic and research excellence. They collectively reflect Tulane's commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, innovative research, and the advancement of medical science and patient well-being.
Clinical Departments Basic Science Departments Centers & Institutes
Mission
Tulane University School of Medicine (TUSOM) values diversity. Tulane defines diversity broadly to include: persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, members of diverse ethnic groups including those typically underrepresented in medicine, members of economically disadvantaged groups, and any others who bring a different perspective to the learning environment. The school of medicine believes in a rich educational experience for all students through the infusion of cultural competency, sensitivity, and attentiveness. Additionally, the school of medicine values the sum total of ideals and perspectives of all individuals engaged in and connected to the educational process.
Vision
The vision of the TUSOM is to cultivate an environment of inclusiveness and equity for the learning community. These efforts will promote social justice throughout the medical education community, diminishing the occurrences of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or ability. This effort will generate conscientious global citizens primed to provide vital medical care to the diverse population in southeastern Louisiana and around the globe, thus advancing health equity.
Value Statements
Interdisciplinary PhD
Tulane’s Ph.D. Program in Biomedical Sciences offers an interdisciplinary and highly customizable graduate experience designed to support diverse career goals. Students receive full financial support, including tuition, health insurance, and a $35,000 annual stipend. The program emphasizes early coursework in core scientific disciplines, hands-on research through lab rotations, and mentorship from over 100 faculty across basic science and clinical departments. Located in vibrant New Orleans, the program combines academic rigor with a culturally rich setting.
Curriculum Admission Requirements apply Interdisciplinary PhD Program
MS Programs
Dynamic. Innovative. Interdisciplinary. Stand Apart with Tulane.
Whether you're preparing for a career in healthcare or scientific research, Tulane’s one- and two-year MS programs offer the academic rigor, research opportunities, and professional development to help you rise above the rest. With applications opening September 1, choose from focused one-year programs designed to strengthen your path to medical or health professions—or explore immersive, research-intensive two-year tracks that equip you for impactful careers in academia, industry, and beyond.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Applications Open
MS Applications Close
PhD Final Application Deadline
Current Student Information
Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program Virtual Tour
Train, Discover, and Thrive in a City Like No Other
Join Tulane’s Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences and immerse yourself in a dynamic, collaborative research environment led by world-renowned faculty—all in the heart of New Orleans. Explore PhD and Master’s programs across diverse biomedical fields and shape the future of science and medicine.
Join Tulane’s Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences and immerse yourself in a dynamic, collaborative research environment led by world-renowned faculty—all in the heart of New Orleans. Explore PhD and Master’s programs across diverse biomedical fields and shape the future of science and medicine.
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Contact Us
Tulane Biomedical Sciences Office
1430 Tulane Ave. Mail Code #8656
Room 1524
New Orleans, LA 70112
phone: 504-988-5226
fax: 504-988-3779
bms@tulane.edu
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Closed on University Holidays
For all application inquiries, please email: bms@tulane.edu, or call 504-988-5226.
