About PhD Program,
The HMS Department of Biomedical Informatics offers a PhD in Biomedical Informatics in the areas of Bioinformatics and Integrative Genomics (BIG) and Artificial Intelligence in Medicine (AIM).
The Bioinformatics and Integrative Genomics PhD track led by Program Director Dr. Peter Park and Associate Director Dr. Maha Farhat, provides students with the tools to conduct original research and the ability to develop novel approaches and new technologies to address fundamental biomedical questions. The track draws on three significant strengths of the local academic environment: the breadth of talented investigators at Harvard Medical School and its affiliated hospitals and research institutes; the rich variety of quantitatively-oriented courses in bioinformatics and genomics offered at Harvard and MIT; and national leadership of BIG faculty in genome-scale disease research and approaches to clinical applications.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
PhD students may be eligible to receive credit for graduate work that they completed while enrolled in a graduate program at other Harvard Schools or institutions. Review the Credit for Completed Graduate Work policy for more information.
When considering applying to more than one degree program, remember that you may only submit a total of three applications to Harvard Griffin GSAS during your academic career. Please note that applications to programs affiliated with the Harvard Integrated Life Sciences count toward this limit.
PhD Funding Coverage,
Our aim is to attract the most qualified candidates and make Harvard financially accessible to all degree candidates.
Whether you are a PhD student or studying for a master’s degree, the dedicated staff of the Office of Financial Aid can help you develop a plan that enables you to secure the resources you need to pursue your graduate education.
The Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences does not discriminate against applicants or students on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry or any other protected classification.
Application Requirement,
- Application and application fee
- Transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Personal statement, for select programs
- Demonstration of English proficiency
- Writing samples, for select programs
- GRE, for select programs.
Application Deadline,
Dec 01, 2024
Application Fee,
The application fee is $105 payable by credit card.
