The School of Medicine offers a broad range of graduate study options, spanning both foundational and emerging disciplines in the biomedical sciences. These programs combine rigorous coursework and research training to prepare students for careers in academia, industry, science policy, and business. Students may pursue a degree in fields as diverse as cellular and molecular biology, biomedical engineering, pharmacology, neuroscience, informatics, medical physics, medical illustration, and the history of medicine, among others. This wide array of programs reflects the School’s commitment to comprehensive education and research that addresses the many dimensions of health, science, and medicine.
The Programs tab lists all current offerings along with their specific requirements. All students must complete training in the Responsible Conduct of Research. Individual Master’s programs are offered either on campus or online and include capstone or research project requirements.
For all PhD programs, the degree requirements include:
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A minimum of two consecutive semesters of registration as a full-time, resident student;
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Successful completion of a Doctor of Philosophy Board Oral Examination;
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A dissertation approved by at least two faculty members.
Graduate Programs
Doctoral Programs
- Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, PhD
- Biological Chemistry, PhD
- Biomedical Engineering, PhD
- Cellular and Molecular Medicine, PhD
- Cellular and Molecular Physiology, PhD
- Cross-Disciplinary Program in Graduate Biomedical Sciences, PhD
- Functional Anatomy and Evolution, PhD
- Health Sciences Informatics, PhD
- History of Medicine, PhD
- Human Genetics and Genomics, PhD
- Immunology, PhD
- Medical Physics, PhD
- Molecular Biophysics, PhD
- Neuroscience, PhD
- Pathobiology, PhD
- Pharmacology and Molecular Sciences, PhD
Master's Degrees
Certificates
All School of Medicine graduate programs require that a complete application is submitted through the Slate Graduate Admissions portal. This application includes:
- Transcripts from each college or university attended
- Letters of recommendation
- A statement of interest and/or personal statement
- A current curriculum vitae
- A non-refundable application fee of $125, payable by credit card at the time of application.
The Medical and Biological Illustration and the Clinical Anaplastology programs require an additional step prior to the common graduate admissions application to allow for review of candidates’ portfolios.
For more information on available programs and admissions requirements, to access FAQs, or to connect, visit SOM Graduate Admissions and the individual program catalog pages. Application deadlines and fee waiver information can be found on the main admissions page by selecting either on-campus or online programs. Applicants should track the receipt of all supporting materials through the Slate Graduate Admissions portal.
The Office of Graduate Biomedical Education supports graduate programs and students through centralized resources. Admitted students are invited to an online orientation in early summer to assist with their transition to graduate school, and before matriculation they are given access to a New Student Orientation Canvas site that provides detailed information on different aspects of student life. In addition to support provided by individual programs, students have access to a Graduate Student Affairs SharePoint site for information on resources, events, and opportunities.
School of Medicine policies that apply to graduate students can be found here.
Health & Wellness
The health and wellness of students are of utmost importance at Johns Hopkins. Students struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, or other well-being–related concerns should consider contacting Mental Health Services at 410-955-1892 or other wellness resources within Student Health and Well-Being. Students concerned about a friend should encourage that person to seek support. If immediate assistance is needed for a mental health concern, students should call the Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team at 410-516-9355. Clinicians can respond in person to provide support and resources.
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Johns Hopkins University is committed to providing welcoming, equitable, and accessible educational experiences for all students. To begin the registration process with Student Disability Services and establish eligibility for disability-related accommodations and services, students should complete and submit the SDS Online Affiliation Form and upload supporting documentation. Once the form and documentation are received, the next step is to meet with the Assistant Director for Student Disability Services to discuss needs and potential accommodations. Students who have difficulty providing documentation or need more information about the process should contact SOM-SDS@jhmi.edu. For more information visit the Graduate Student Disability Services page.