The University of Iowa (UI) Carver College of Medicine is at the forefront of biomedical science, consistently ranking among the top public research institutions in the country in research activity, federal funding, graduate education, and core facility support.
Students from diverse backgrounds seeking a Ph.D. in a Biomedical Science field apply for admission through the umbrella Biomedical Science Program. The Biomedical Science Program has more than 300 faculty members, supporting seven Ph.D. subprograms and six related biomedical Ph.D. programs. Through common didactics, immersive research experiences, and professional development and career skills training, the Program helps graduate students prepare for successful careers as researchers, educators, and future leaders of the international biomedical workforce.