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Pursue a research-intensive master’s, and prepare for a career in biotech or academia.
ENTRY TERM:
Fall 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Admissions are rolling until May 1 or until the desired class size has been reached. No GRE required for this biomedical science master’s program.
FIELDS OF STUDY:
Genetics, Molecular & Cellular Biology
Immunology
Molecular Microbiology
Neuroscience
MS in Biomedical Research
Disciplines available for MBR students
4
100+
Highly experienced research faculty available to students
$100,590
Average salary for a medical scientist*
*Source: bls.gov
125,000+
Join a network with 125,000+ Tufts University alums
Accelerate Your Research Journey—Maximize Your Time at the Bench
Start Your Thesis in Year One
From your very first semester, you’ll rotate through two research labs of your choice. These rotations help you find the right scientific environment for your biomedical research training and mentor, with the goal of entering your thesis lab by the start of your second semester—so you can spend more time doing meaningful, independent research.
Explore What Interests You Most
Choose from four dynamic disciplines: Genetics, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Immunology, Molecular Microbiology, or Neuroscience. You’ll work closely with your thesis advisor to make important discoveries in biomedicine, supported by Tufts’ Boston-based health sciences campus.
A Mini-PhD Experience with Academic Excellence
PhD-Level Coursework Without the Long-Term Commitment
The MBR program is a biomedical graduate program that mirrors the rigor of PhD training—without the multi-year time investment. You’ll take advanced courses alongside PhD students in your chosen track, gaining the scientific depth and critical thinking skills needed for doctoral-level science.
Learn from Leaders in Biomedical Research
Tufts faculty are at the forefront of their fields, with over 100 active researchers offering mentorship and access to state-of-the-art facilities and core resources. You’ll gain the foundational knowledge and lab experience needed to pursue a PhD or launch a research career in biotechnology, pharma, clinical research, or academia.
A Collaborative Community That Fuels Discovery
Personalized Mentorship & Career Development
Faculty Who Know Your Name—and Your Goals
With a small cohort size, you’ll receive individualized attention from faculty who are deeply invested in your success. Thesis Advisory Committees provide regular feedback and guidance on both your research and your career path.
Support for PhD and Career Planning
Whether you're preparing for a PhD or entering the workforce, Tufts offers robust support: career mentoring, networking events, and PhD application workshops are built into the program. You’ll graduate with a stronger application—and a clearer sense of direction as you embark on your biomedical science career.
Personalized Mentorship & Career Development
Faculty Who Know Your Name—and Your Goals
With a small cohort size, you’ll receive individualized attention from faculty who are deeply invested in your success. Thesis Advisory Committees provide regular feedback and guidance on both your research and your career path.
Support for PhD and Career Planning
Whether you're preparing for a PhD or entering the workforce, Tufts offers robust support: career mentoring, networking events, and PhD application workshops are built into the program. You’ll graduate with a stronger application—and a clearer sense of direction as you embark on your biomedical science career.
The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences provides students with an outstanding biomedical science education where there they will learn the skills needed to solve biomedical problems and become leaders in research, teaching, biotechnology, and other science-based careers.
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences
Tufts University
145 Harrison Avenue
Boston, MA 02111
"Tufts stood out to me because their MS in Biomedical Research (MBR) program places a strong emphasis on research-driven learning and hands-on experience. The curriculum is designed with courses that cover various biological topics with a focus on critical thinking and experimental design."
— Mel Seraj, MBR26
Ready to Advance Your Research Career?
A Collaborative Community That Fuels Discovery
Big Resources, Small Community Feel
Tufts GSBS combines the power of a major research institution with the warmth of a close-knit academic environment. You’ll be surrounded by engaged students, postdocs, and faculty who are collaborative, supportive, and genuinely invested in your success.
Build Your Network and Your Future
As part of the Tufts community, you’ll investigate the mechanisms of disease and biological phenomena that impact human health. Along the way, you’ll build a professional network that supports your next step—whether that’s a PhD, a biotech role, or your own research endeavor.
Big Resources, Small Community Feel
Tufts GSBS combines the power of a major research institution with the warmth of a close-knit academic environment. You’ll be surrounded by engaged students, postdocs, and faculty who are collaborative, supportive, and genuinely invested in your success.
Build Your Network and Your Future
As part of the Tufts community, you’ll investigate the mechanisms of disease and biological phenomena that impact human health. Along the way, you’ll build a professional network that supports your next step—whether that’s a PhD, a biotech role, or your own research endeavor.