Quick Program Facts
Degree Programs: MS and PhD
Application Deadlines
- PhD program: Applications open early September and close December 1
- MS program: Applications open February 1 and close May 15
The Department of Molecular and Integrative Physiology at the University of Michigan is home to nationally recognized research programs in basic and translational physiology. Students interested in our doctoral program will be provided broad-based training in modern physiology with emphasis on:
- integrating cell and molecular processes to understand systems physiology,
- opportunities to conduct research in cell and molecular biology to whole-animal integrative physiology,
- opportunities to learn state of the art experimental, mathematical and computational techniques to pursue physiological research, and
- development of teaching skills.
Students interested in our master's program have the flexibility to pursue either an intensive, course-oriented MS degree that will prepare the student for the rigors of health professional graduate programs or an intensive, research-oriented MS degree which will permit the student to explore their interest in research and prepare for the workforce, a doctoral degree-granting program or a health professions graduate program.
The flexible physiology PhD program requires coursework and research-related training and is individually tailored to each student. The first two semesters of the program are designed to provide students with a broad background in the basics of biomedical research and physiology, including exposure to molecular, cellular and integrative approaches, research ethics and practice at oral communication.
Please follow the PhD physiology program link for more information.
The intensive physiology master’s program requires a minimum of 34 credit hours and is designed to be completed within one year. Students will demonstrate their motivation and ability to perform at a high level with a heavy workload.
Please follow the MS physiology program link for more information.
Our department has a long tradition of research support from the federal government, numerous foundations and industry. Our faculty members play an active role in directing the national research agenda related to advancing the physiology discipline. View physiology faculty research Interests here.
View MS physiology program mentors and projects.
PhD students in good academic standing are supported financially throughout the duration of their graduate studies. Each student receives tuition, an annual stipend of $33,720 and health care benefits. After the Program in Biomedical Sciences (PIBS) year, students continue to receive the same level of funding and benefits. This support is drawn from a variety of sources, including:
- department funds,
- University of Michigan funds,
- training grants,
- research grants, and
- individual fellowships.
MS program estimated cost of attendance based on 2020-2021:
Michigan Resident Master's Student
Tuition and mandatory fees $12,386.19
Michigan Nonresident Master’s Student
Tuition and mandatory fees $24,774.19
Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities are available for the spring term only and are based on eligibility requirements.
Our graduate students are a tremendously important aspect of the Department of Molecular and Integrative Physiology. Each student is unique and has something special to offer and educational opportunities are tailored to the individual. Student input in departmental functions and policy making within the PhD program is sought and highly valued. This not only helps to vitalize, enrich, and diversify the program, it also promotes professional development and leadership skills in our students.
The heart of all training in the Department of Molecular and Integrative Physiology is rigorous, hypothesis-based scientific laboratory work. We believe this is a critical building block to a variety of career opportunities. We recognize a need to broaden our training experience to reflect and support a variety of career opportunities our trainees may pursue. Ultimately, our goal is to channel your passion for science into employment opportunities, in both academic and in non-academic environments including industry, education, healthcare, business, law and policy.
PhD program contact: Michele Boggs, 734.936.2355
MS physiology program: Folaké Graves