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College of Graduate Studies

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SUNY Upstate's College of Graduate Studies is an excellent choice for students seeking advanced academic and research opportunities. Our biomedical graduate programs are designed to provide rigorous and comprehensive training, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future careers.

Our diverse array of master’s and doctoral programs allows students to tailor their education to their specific interests and career goals. With access to state-of-the-art research facilities and distinguished faculty members, students have the chance to engage in cutting-edge research projects that contribute to advancements in healthcare and scientific knowledge.

Students are given several opportunities for collaboration with peers, faculty, and professionals in the healthcare and research sectors. These connections can lead to meaningful collaborations and mentorship.

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Doctoral Degree Programs

There are 6 doctoral degree programs at SUNY Upstate Medical University which train future biomedical scientists through classroom instruction and hands-on lab rotations. Graduate research focuses on some of the most critical diseases that affect human health, and our outstanding faculty features international experts in many biomedical areas.

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology researchers seek to understand the molecular and cellular bases of human health and disease, applying a broad range of tools from those of structural biology and biophysics to cell biology and genomes.

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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Cell & Development Biology

Cell and Developmental Biology researchers explore the molecular and biochemical mechanisms of cellular function and development.

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Cell & Developmental Biology

Microbiology & Immunology

Major research areas in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology are in diseases caused by viruses and parasites, the host response to infection, and the development and function of the immune system.

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Microbiology & Immunology

Neuroscience

Neuroscience researchers focus on neurodevelopment and neurodevelopmental disorders, neuropsychiatric disorders and diseases, addiction, neurodegenerative disorders and neural trauma, aging, sensory and cognitive systems, eye development and disease, and neuro-oncology and neuroimmunology disorders.

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Neuroscience

Pharmacology

Pharmacology researchers focus on cancer biology, leukemia, drug discovery and delivery, structure-based drug design, cell signaling, cardiovascular electrophysiology and disease, neurodegeneration, and stem cells.

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Pharmacology

MD/PhD Program

Pharmacology researchers focus on cancer biology, leukemia, drug discovery and delivery, structure-based drug design, cell signaling, cardiovascular electrophysiology and disease, neurodegeneration, and stem cells.

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MD/PhD Program

Graduate Programs

There are 3 master's degree programs at SUNY Upstate Medical University. These programs train future biomedical scientists through classroom instruction and lab rotations before defending their written thesis dissertations.

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology researchers seek to understand the molecular and cellular bases of human health and disease, applying a broad range of tools from those of structural biology and biophysics to cell biology and genomes.

For more information on Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Cell & Development Biology

Cell and Developmental Biology researchers explore the molecular and biochemical mechanisms of cellular function and development.

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Cell & Developmental Biology

Pharmacology

Pharmacology researchers focus on cancer biology, leukemia, drug discovery and delivery, structure-based drug design, cell signaling, cardiovascular electrophysiology and disease, neurodegeneration, and stem cells.

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Pharmacology

Quick Facts

96.5%

post-graduate employment rate over the past 3 years.

48.5%

of our student body is international, representing 17 countries.

$43M

in annual research expenditures.

Additional Programs

The College of Graduate Studies offers two programs that expose undergraduate and postbaccalaureate students to biomedical research through faculty advisement, hands-on research, and skill development. Learn more about these programs.

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Postbaccalaureate Research and Education Program (PREP-Up)

The PREP-Up program strengthens the research skills and academic competitiveness of program participants in an effort to help meet the critical need for diverse investigators in basic and translational research.

Prep-Up Program
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program 2023 Participants

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program

The SURF program is an intensive ten-week summer program that exposes undergraduate students to biomedical research under faculty supervision.

SURF Program

Admissions Requirements

We seek out exceptional and competitive candidates who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements and a promising future in a Biomedical Sciences career. Before applying, please review our admissions requirements.

admission requirements

What To Expect After Applying

After your application has been submitted, our admissions committee will begin a comprehensive review and you will have access to your application status page.

What to Expect After Applying

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