When to Apply
Apply early! Applications are reviewed and students are admitted for summer admission on a rolling basis.
- All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by December 1
- The final deadline for both U.S. and non-U.S./international applicants is February 1
What do I need to do before I apply?
Admission to the PhD program prefers an undergraduate degree in the natural sciences that demonstrates competence in the areas of biology, chemistry and biological chemistry.
Applicants should have had courses that include most (but not necessarily all) of the following:
- General Chemistry
- General Biology
- Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Physiology
- Genetics
- Physics
- Calculus
Preference is given to applicants that have a minimum of one full-year of hypothesis-driven research experience, academic presentations and/or publications.
Note that the Biomedical Sciences program does not have a Master's program. Only the PhD is offered, or an MD/PhD dual degree through the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP).
International Students
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5.0 or higher TOEFL iBT or iBT Home Edition (equivalent to 100 for tests taken prior to January 2026)
Note: Ohio State does NOT accept My Best TOEFL Scores - 7 or higher IELTS Academic test
Note: Ohio State does NOT accept IELTS One Skill Retake Scores - 130 or higher Duolingo
Note: The Duolingo test cannot be used to exempt an admitted student from the English placement exam or the Oral Proficiency Assessment for Graduate Teaching Associates.