Step 1: Review

Please read and review the information about each of our programs to ensure that you apply to the program that best fits your interests and needs, and please contact the program director with any questions.

The Department of BMI is home to four graduate programs:

• M.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB)
• Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB)
• M.S. in Immunology and Microbiology (IM)
• Ph.D. in Immunology and Microbiology (IM)

Step 2: Apply

Formally apply for Fall 2023 through the Graduate School.

Step 3: Email

To ensure guidance and support throughout your application process, in addition to formally applying through the Graduate School, please send a brief email to the director (listed below) of the program you are applying to, to let them know you are applying.  This will help us better monitor the progress of your application through our system.

Dr. Robert Akins
Program: M.S. BMB

Dr. Zhe Yang
Program: Ph.D. BMB

Dr. Raghavendar Thipparthi
Program: M.S. IM

Dr. Raghavendar Thipparthi
Program: Ph.D. IM