Program Overview

MS or PhD in Biomedical Sciences – Veterinary Clinical and Translational Sciences

The PhD in Biomedical Sciences – Veterinary Clinical and Translational Sciences offers advanced studies in biomedical science and applied medical research. Our program promotes high standards of scholarly creativity, proficiency in a clinical discipline and professional service, experience in teaching, and independent and critical research. Graduates from our program are highly competitive for positions in veterinary practice, academia, industry, and government.

Graduate Degree Details

• PhD Degree program
• MS degree program
• Faculty directory
• Graduate student directory

Clinical Service and Research Opportunities

• Anesthesiology
• Cardiology
• Epidemiology
• Exotic animal medicine
• Internal medicine
• Neurology
• Oncology
• Orthopedics and sports medicine
• Production medicine
• Pharmacology and pharmacogenomics
• Radiology
• Reproduction
• Surgery

Tuition and Financial Resources

• PhD students in good standing are supported by a competitive annual stipend, health insurance, and tuition waivers. Stipends come with expectations of assisting in research or teaching.
• Scholarships are available through the WSU Graduate School and the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Students can also receive supplemental support from graduate scholarships and achievement awards.
• For financial planning, see an estimated annual cost of attendance.

About the Department

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences offers innovative education programs for professional veterinary medical students and post-DVM residents and interns. Train alongside board-certified practitioners in the WSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital, where we strive to improve the health and well-being of all animals and find innovative ways to diagnose and treat disease.

Education Programs

• Undergraduate
  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics and Cell Biology
  • Microbiology
  • Neuroscience
  • Public Health
  • STARS Accelerated Degree Program
• Graduate
  • Immunology and Infectious Diseases
  • Molecular Biosciences
  • Neuroscience
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
  • Discover Our Program
  • Admission Requirements
  • Apply to DVM Program
  • Curriculum
  • Cost of Attendance
  • Class Snapshot
• Certificates
• Residencies & Internships

Departments

• Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience
• Veterinary Clinical Sciences
• Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology
• Paul G. Allen School for Global Health
• School of Molecular Biosciences
• Center for Reproductive Biology

About the College

• Dean Dori Borjesson
• Strategic Plan
• College Leadership
• Facilities
• History

Research Areas

• Anesthesiology
• Cardiology
• Epidemiology
• Exotic animal medicine
• Internal medicine
• Neurology
• Oncology
• Orthopedics and sports medicine
• Production medicine
• Pharmacology and pharmacogenomics
• Radiology
• Reproduction
• Surgery

Client Services

• Veterinary Teaching Hospital
• Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory
• Program in Individualized Medicine

Location

Pullman is located in the Palouse region of the Inland Northwest, homelands of the Nimíipuu (Nez Perce) Tribe and Palus people. The Palouse has one of the most beautiful and unique landscapes in the world. Rolling hills and wide-open skies give the region its distinctive appeal. Residents enjoy outdoor activities and the benefits of small town living with the cultural richness of bigger city life.