Quick Program Facts
Degree Programs: PhD in biomedical sciences
Total Number of Grad Students: 38
Application Deadlines: Preferred–February 1; Domestic–August 1; International–April 1 (for fall semester)
GRE Scores: Not required for fall 2023 admissions
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is located in beautiful Johnson City, Tennessee, amidst the stunning southern Appalachian Mountains. The Biomedical Science Graduate Program at ETSU offers the PhD degree with five concentration options in the biomedical sciences, all focused on training students for careers in research and teaching.
The program provides flexibility, allowing students to select a research advisor and concentration program of study after the first year. Students complete a core curriculum during their first and second years and take concentration-specific advanced courses in subsequent years.
Students in the Biomedical Science Graduate Program may select from one of the following concentrations that reflect intensive areas of research at ETSU:
- cardiovascular sciences;
- cellular, molecular and chemical biology;
- immunology, inflammation and infectious diseases;
- neuroscience; and
- pharmaceutical sciences.
Please see the links below to learn more about the research opportunities available in the ETSU Biomedical Science Graduate Program.;
College of Medicine
- Department of Biomedical Sciences
- Department of Internal Medicine
- Department of Medical Education
- Department of Pathology
- Department of Surgery
- Center of Excellence in Inflammation, Infectious Disease and Immunity
College of Pharmacy
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Public Health
College of Clinical and Rehabilitative Health Sciences
Students are supported by a graduate assistantship, which includes a stipend of $25,000 per year. Tuition and fees are covered for the student.
Students are required to have, and pay for, their own health insurance.
Contact Information:
Eric Beaumont, PhD, Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education
beaumont@etsu.edu
Lana Cook, PhD, Coordinator
cookla1@etsu.edu