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PhD Program in Biophysics

The Medical College of Wisconsin Biophysics Graduate Program assists young scientists in developing the research skills they need to thrive in academic and clinical settings. Our PhD program offers two distinct tracks: Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Molecular Biophysics.

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Biophysics Graduate Program

Interested in obtaining your PhD in biophysics? Find out what the Biophysics Graduate Program has to offer.

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Biophysics Graduate Students

Our students fulfill their graduate education goals through research in MRI or molecular biophysics.

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Biophysics Graduate Faculty

Our faculty are experts in their fields, and offer hands-on training in an informal atmosphere.

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Qualifying Examination

Students in the Biophysics Graduate Program who directly matriculate into the program, or who enter the program via the Neuroscience Program or the Medical Scientist Training Program, are required to pass a qualifying examination in the summer of their second year in our program.

MRI Track Requirements

Certain coursework is required for the MRI Track of the Biophysics Graduate Program.

Grad School Forms

Forms needed during graduate school are detailed.