The Basic Science Division of the Sackler School offers eight biomedical science PhD programs. Admission to three of these programs: Biochemistry; Cell, Molecular and Developmental Biology; and Cellular and Molecular Physiology, is through the common portal of the Integrated Studies Program (ISP). Candidates interested in these programs should apply to the ISP. Candidates interested in the Genetics, Immunology, Molecular Microbiology, Neuroscience, and Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics Programs should apply directly to these programs.
The Clinical Research Division of the Sackler School offers a PhD program in Clinical and Translational Science. Applicants interested in this program begin their studies in the MS program in Clinical and Translational Science and move to the PhD program upon completion of course and qualifying examination requirements. Applicants interested in the Clinical Research Program should refer to the information on applying to the MS in Clinical and Translational Science.
Application Deadlines
For September 2012 enrollment in the basic science PhD programs, all application materials must be received by the Sackler School by December 15, 2011. Applications for admission are reviewed as they are received; applicants are encouraged to submit all required materials as early as possible. Applications arriving after the due date will be considered by the admissions committee if positions remain available in the desired program.
Apply Online
To begin the application process, go to the Online Application Form. After answering the preliminary questions you will be directed to the application. Applicants may designate more than one Sackler program on the application form. If you wish to be considered for multiple programs, include a short essay indicating the reasons for selecting this option. You should also indicate the program that you prefer.
Once your application has been submitted you will receive an email notification from Embark, the online application system. The Tufts Application Management System (TAM system) will email each applicant once the Sackler Dean’s Office has accepted the application from Embark. The TAM system email will contain a username and password that will allow you log on to view the status of your application at any time throughout the admissions process. Please wait up to 48 hours after receiving the email from the TAM system for your application materials to be updated.
Contact Information
Office of the Dean – Admissions
Sackler School of Graduate Biomedical Sciences
Suite 813
Tufts University School of Medicine
136 Harrison Avenue
Boston, MA 02111
Phone: (617) 636-6767
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