Program Overview

PhD in Clinical Research Program

The PhD in Clinical Research program seeks outstanding candidates who desire the skills necessary to become innovative leaders in clinical and translational research. At the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, we provide students with a strong didactic foundation combined with a mentored clinical research experience leading to a doctoral degree in clinical research.

Application Requirements

Applicants to the PhD in Clinical Research program must have earned a master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university prior to matriculation. To apply to the program, please submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Official transcripts from all institutions of higher learning attended
• Two letters of recommendation
• Personal statement
• Resume or CV
• MCAT test scores are not required for admission; however, you are welcome to submit your scores if you have already taken the exams(s)
• TOEFL scores and USMLE if applicable (see instructions for international students)

Application Deadlines and Decisions

We consider all data we receive from each applicant before making our decisions. We review PhD in Clinical Research applications and supporting documentation throughout the year for admission to the upcoming Fall term. Apply by the following deadlines to be considered for admission to the Fall 2026 term:

• June 1, 2026, for international students
• August 1, 2026, for domestic students

International Students

We encourage applications from qualified individuals, regardless of country of origin or where you received your academic and research training. Transcripts from institutions outside the United States should be translated into English and accompanied by a course-by-course evaluation from a certified credential translation service. A course-by-course evaluation will provide your grade for each course translated into the U.S. grading system equivalent.

Admission Criteria

If we are seriously considering your application to the PhD in Clinical Research program, we may invite you for an interview. A Zoom interview is possible if geographical considerations are challenging.

Program Overview

The PhD in Clinical Research program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in clinical research, preparing them for careers as innovative leaders in clinical and translational research. The program includes a combination of didactic coursework and mentored research experiences, leading to a doctoral degree in clinical research.

Research Areas

The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai offers a wide range of research areas, including:

• Artificial Intelligence & Human Health
• Cardiology
• Child Health & Development
• Diabetes, Obesity, & Metabolism
• Genetics & Genomics
• Immunology
• Neurosciences
• Oncology
• Women's Health

Program Details

The PhD in Clinical Research program is a doctoral degree program that provides students with a strong foundation in clinical research. The program includes a combination of didactic coursework and mentored research experiences, leading to a doctoral degree in clinical research. The program is designed to prepare students for careers as innovative leaders in clinical and translational research.