Why DBBS?

Multidisciplinary science

Camaraderie, not competition

Full tuition and yearly stipend

Unparalleled access to mentors

Flexible career paths

Co-curricular training and resources

Join our groundbreaking research environment

With 12 graduate programs, nearly 650 faculty from over 30 university-wide departments and more than 600 students, you’re sure to find your best fit.


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The Roy and Diana Vagelos Division of Biology & Biomedical Sciences fosters training in interdisciplinary science and cultivates the diverse career aspirations of our trainees. DBBS is responsible for recruiting pre-doctoral students of the highest caliber and ensuring that your academic training, co-curricular experiences and research prepare you for a productive and creative scientific career. 

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